Weernieuws Not only the Alpine, also parts of the United States are affected by snow. A winter storm made yesterday in the center of the country for the snowy and dangerous slippery roads. At least five people are in accidents to the accident, reports The New York Times.

In the staad Missouri found more than 800 traffic accidents in place by the winter weather, report it to the authorities. It came to four people to life. There were long traffic jams, with drivers up to eight hours of slowed down. Approximately 1,800 motorists stranded and residents are advised not more the way to go. In some places fell to almost half a meter snow.

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Also in the Us state of Illinois had hundreds of accidents, which certainly fatal. the

“We still expect more snow, so we are asking everyone the way to avoid, until the roads are swept clean,” says agent Collin Stosberg of the Missouri Highway Patrol. “If you do the road, make sure that your phone is fully charged, you have a belt wearing and speed to adapt to the conditions,” warns the police.

The winter storm pulls towards the east. In the American capital, Washington is a few centimetres of snow expected. Virginia must prepare for snowfall.