Ukraine’s Emergency Service warns of avalanche risk in Carpathian mountains

On February 7, significant avalanche danger is expected in the eastern part of Zakarpattia region.

The State Emergency Service reported this with reference to the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center's forecasts.

“On February 7, a considerable (III) level of avalanche risk is expected in mountainous areas and the eastern part of Zakarpattia region due to thaw,” the report says.

In addition, there is a threat of snow falling on highways in the mountainous areas of Zakarpattia region.