Maia Sandu thanks all those involved in unblocking the national roads

In a message, the head of state, Maia Sandu, appreciated the efforts made by firefighters, rescuers, soldiers, medical staff and representatives of local authorities who provided assistance to people in difficult situations due to weather conditions.

Chisinau International Airport resumed its activity: Planes land and take off normally

Chisinau International Airport is back to work activity. According to the institution, starting yesterday, November 26 from 21:00, until now, the flights land and take off normally, with small delays.

Difficult crossing for trucks: Restrictions at the customs posts in Leușeni, Cahul and Giurgiulești

The crossing of trucks through the Leușeni, Cahul and Giurgiulești customs posts is restricted, the spokeswoman of the Customs Service, Tatiana Șompol, said for our radio station.

Yellow code for strong winds across the country valid until midday

The yellow strong wind code is valid throughout the country until today at 1:00 p.m., the State Hydrometeorological Service announces. So far, the police intervened in 165 cases of unblocking people in difficulty. The State Administration of Roads advises drivers not to hidrive unless there is an urgent need.

Moldova IGSU responds to 62 stranded motorist calls

Rescuers from the General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU) in Moldova have responded to 62 calls for assistance to stranded motorists in the wake of heavy snowfall.

Chisinau schools closed due to inclement weather

The Chisinau Emergency Situations Commission (CSE) has decided to suspend educational activities in all schools in the capital, including art schools, on Monday, November 27, 2023.

Bus crash in Romania injures 15

15 people were injured on Sunday after a bus carrying 40 passengers overturned in Vaslui County, Romania. The local authorities activated the red alert plan for intervention, according to libertatea.ro.

Snowstorm could keep Chisinau students home

The mayor of Chisinau, Ion Ceban, announced on Facebook that a proposal to have students in the capital stay home on Monday, November 27, will be examined by the Chisinau Emergency Situations Commission. The commission will also analyse the situation in the city.

Heavy snowfall causes road closures in Moldova

Update: 5pm The following roads are currently closed in Moldova due to heavy snowfall:

Chisinau trolleybus service affected by weather

The Chisinau Electric Transport Authority (RTEC) announced that trolleybus service in the city is affected by current weather conditions.

Power outages hit southern Moldova

Strong winds and snowfall caused power outages in 59 villages in the southern districts of the Republic of Moldova, according to electricity distributor Premier Energy. The company said that crews are working to restore power.

Moldovan Food Bank campaign aims to reduce food waste and help those in need

Hundreds of people in Moldova who are struggling to make ends meet will be able to enjoy hot lunches throughout the year. Today, volunteers from the Food Bank Association distributed leaflets and encouraged shoppers at several markets in Chisinau, Balti, Ungheni, and Orhei to donate food to those in need. As part of this campaign, organisers are working to reduce food waste by transferring surplus food to those who often go hungry.