Piotta, Ticino, Switzerland Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

- Warning valid above 1800 m a.s.l.
- Possible impacts: Slippery conditions due to snow-covered roads
- Recommendations for action: Familiarise yourself with the driving conditions (by listening to the radio, calling the 163 service) before and during any journeys by car, and follow the instructions of the winter road maintenance services. Pay attention to daily avalanche bulletins and additional information from the WSL Institute for Snow and Avalance Research SLF
- Expected amounts: above 1800 m a.s.l. 40 - 60 cm
- Snowfall limit: 1500 - 2000 m (rising)

- Possible impacts: Breaking of smaller branches. Toppling of objects inadequately secured or free-standing objects
- Recommendations for action: Secure any freestanding objects outdoors or move them to a sheltered spot (e.g. plant pots, garden furniture, bicycles, etc.) before the wind event begins.
- Highest wind gusts in exposed locations: above 2000 m 100 - 130 km/h
- Main wind direction: southwest to south