Winter Storm Paralyzes Southern Germany with Heavy Snowfall, Causing Massive Flight Cancellations
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More than 700 flights were canceled at Munich Airport due to heavy snowfall, while buses, trams, and some train services in Munich were also suspended. Munich's central train station was closed for arrivals, and long-distance services have been entirely suspended. Rail traffic is expected to be severely impacted until Monday. Residents were advised not to use their cars unless necessary, and some were told not to leave their homes at all. A football match between Bayern Munich and Union Berlin was postponed due to safety risks and traffic conditions. The 44 centimeters of snow in Munich is the most recorded in December since 1933.
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