Winter Storm in the Balkans
Heavy snow and winds in the Balkans cause chaos, leaving tens of thousands of homes without electricity, suspending search for injured hiker, and causing travel warnings and closures.
Key Points
- Heavy snow and winds caused chaos in the Balkans.
- Parts of Bosnia faced a total halt of railway traffic.
- Residents in some areas were left without drinking water.
- Schools were shut for a second day in affected areas.
Pros
- Rescuers were able to reach and transfer a female hiker to safety in Slovenia.
- A man stuck in his car in Croatia was successfully rescued and taken to the hospital for dialysis.
Cons
- Tens of thousands of homes were without electricity in Bosnia.
- Authorities issued travel warnings as snow drifts closed major routes.