As snowflakes are poised to dance across Île-de-France on Thursday, November 21, drivers brace for a challenging day ahead on regional roads. With the ongoing SNCF strike potentially leading to traffic congestion, the police prefecture has decided to implement level 2 of the snow and ice plan, resulting in an immediate reduction of the speed limit by 20 km/h across all regional roadways.
In addition, heavy trucks weighing over 7.5 tons are strictly forbidden from overtaking on major Francilian routes, which are highlighted on the accompanying map. These traffic restrictions will commence at 11 a.m. and remain in effect until weather conditions improve.
Snow is expected to blanket the region from late morning until the early evening, around 8 p.m. For those needing to travel on Thursday, the police recommend using public transport when possible. The prefecture advises carrying essential items like warm clothing, food, and water, in case of prolonged delays while on the road. It also urges compliance with traffic restrictions, detours, and instructions to facilitate snow removal operations.
Motorists should be particularly wary of black ice, which could render roads even more treacherous alongside the anticipated snowfall. Maintaining safe driving distances is crucial under these conditions. The weather outlook for Île-de-France may evolve further by Thursday, with Météo-France anticipating snowfall accumulations between 1 to 3 centimeters, and possibly reaching 5 to 7 centimeters in southern areas.
Beginning at 6 a.m. Thursday, Île-de-France will be under an orange alert for snow and ice. Météo-France also warns that “accident risks are heightened” due to the expected weather conditions for the day.
As snow approaches Île-de-France on November 21, motorists face a challenging day with a 20 km/h speed limit reduction. Heavy trucks over 7.5 tons are prohibited from overtaking on main roads, starting at 11 a.m. Precautions include recommending public transport and being aware of potential black ice, as snowfall may reach up to 7 centimeters. An orange alert is in effect, indicating increased accident risks.
