Rome is Covered in Snow

Rome has woken up covered in a thick layer of snow that has halted normal educational, work activities, and the movement of cars, trains, and airplanes. Many have been given the day off and have taken the opportunity to play in the snow in front of the Colosseum or the Vatican Museums, which have exceptionally closed their doors.

The cause of this unusual situation is a cold wave from Siberia, which has been given the names "Burian" and "The Beast from the East." As a result, the lowest winter temperatures have been recorded throughout Italy, leading to heavy snowfall, especially in the northern part of the country, where temperatures have dropped to 20 degrees below zero.

Civil protection services have mobilized the Italian army to assist in clearing the streets covered in slush, as they are so slippery that they pose a danger to pedestrians and road traffic.

Half of the bus lines have been suspended, and two metro lines continue to operate, although with significant delays. The road to the airport has been blocked, and more than 30 flights have been canceled. Chaos has also been experienced at the Termini bus station, where trains were arriving and departing with delays of over an hour.

Despite the confusion, residents of Rome have been able to enjoy one of the most beautiful sights of the city, which may not be repeated for another six years.