Snowfall Alert: Icy Conditions at Shipka Pass with Minus 11 Degrees, Caution Advised for Drivers

Snowfall blankets the Shipka Pass and the Republic Pass in Bulgaria, significantly reducing visibility in the region. While the roadway has been cleared and treated with sand, icy patches persist, posing risks for drivers. The temperature plunges to minus 11 degrees at Shipka Pass, exacerbating the potential for hazardous icing. Currently, four maintenance vehicles are diligently working on the road.

Motorists are urged to exercise extreme caution, maintain appropriate speeds, avoid sudden maneuvers, keep a safe distance, and refrain from overtaking snow removal vehicles.