Greek authorities have issued several warnings of severe weather expected to hit large parts of the country for a short period of time. Last week, mobile phone alerts were sounded due to previous storm warnings
Severe warnings have been issued in the capital city of Athens; tourists should prepare for heavy rains that could lead to flooding, as well as thunderstorms. Additional warnings have also been issued for other parts of the country
After Vienna and Bratislava, Budapest Airport, the capital of Hungary, has also been closed to takeoffs and landings due to severe weather conditions across the continent. Israir and Wizz Air flights have been diverted to Bucharest and will continue to be rescheduled as soon as possible
The airports in Vienna and Bratislava have announced possible delays and cancelled flights because of snowstorms and wintry conditions
About 20 minutes before landing at Ben Gurion Airport, in the midst of stormy weather, a plane carrying Maccabi Tel Aviv football players was struck by lightning, causing panic among the passengers. The flight landed safely with zero casualties
Such temperatures have not yet been reached in Europe this winter, with the Arctic storm is expected to freeze the continent. These are the temperatures predicted for major cities that were recently painted white
Storm Goretti continues to affect the UK with heavy snow, strong winds, and heavy rain. Amber and Yellow warnings are in place, with travel and daily life disruption expected. "Drivers need to be considering if it’s safe to get behind the wheel"
Strong winds and harsh winter conditions are causing a significant reduction in activity at Amsterdam Airport, with hundreds of flights canceled and more expected
Snow and icy conditions are limiting flights at Schiphol Airport, causing delays and cancellations. Train traffic across the Netherlands is also suspended. "Our snow crews are working around the clock. If your flight has been cancelled, please do not come to the airport."
The Met Office warns of snow, sleet, and ice in the UK from Monday into Tuesday, with travel disruptions expected on roads, railways, and flights; the UK Health Security Agency has issued amber warnings in place until January 9
