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Winter in the Ukraine 2012

A general view of one of the regions of Kiev at a temperature of around -15 degrees Celsius (5 degrees Fahrenheit). 9rd February 2012.

by Sergei Svetlitsky in Ukraine on 09/02/2012

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Romanian police deliver food in snowy weather - Buzau

Police begin a humanitarian mission through the snowy roads of Buzau to carry supplies to several old homes in the county where residents have no...

by Ciprian STERIAN in Romania on 08/02/2012

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Heavy snow in Greece - North Chalkidiki

Civil defence authorities are on alert, and problems with power have been reported across the country after a day of heavy snowing across the...

by Alexandros Michailidis in Greece on 08/02/2012

09/02/2012 - Winter in the Ukraine 2012 - Ukraine - A general view of one of the regions of...
09/02/2012 - Winter in the Ukraine 2012 - Ukraine - A general view of one of the regions of...
08/02/2012 - Romanian police deliver food in snowy weather - Buzau - Romania - Police begin a humanitarian mission...
08/02/2012 - Heavy snow in Greece - North Chalkidiki - Greece - Civil defence authorities are on alert...
08/02/2012 - Heavy snow in Greece - North Chalkidiki - Greece - Civil defence authorities are on alert...
08/02/2012 - Deep snow sweeps across Bulgarian villages near Veliko Turnovo - Bulgaria - As some regions in the south part of...
08/02/2012 - Deep snow sweeps across Bulgarian villages near Veliko Turnovo - Bulgaria - As some regions in the south part of...
08/02/2012 - European winter freeze leaves cars covered entirely by ice - Geneva - Switzerland - February 2012 has brought a severe cold...
08/02/2012 - European winter freeze leaves cars covered entirely by ice - Geneva - Switzerland - February 2012 has brought a severe cold...
08/02/2012 - Britain endures harsh weather conditions as cold snap arrives - United Kingdom - People endure colder weather conditions...

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Winter in the Ukraine 2012
A general view of one of the regions of Kiev at a temperature of around -15 degrees Celsius (5 degrees Fahrenheit). 9rd February 2012.
Eggs cooked at air temperature -16 in Kiev
Kiev activists fry eggs on home heating ducts in the street. The air temperature was -16, with it taking 10 minutes to cook them. Kiev, Ukraine. 8th February 2012
Romanian police deliver food in snowy weather - Buzau
Police begin a humanitarian mission through the snowy roads of Buzau to carry supplies to several old homes in the county where residents have no access to the city for food and water. ...
European winter freeze leaves cars covered entirely by ice - Geneva
February 2012 has brought a severe cold snap across Europe with hundreds of people losing their lives. We see no exception at Lake Geneva with cars frozen solid. Switzerland. 8th Febru...
Heavy snow in Greece - North Chalkidiki
Civil defence authorities are on alert, and problems with power have been reported across the country after a day of heavy snowing across the northern parts of Greece. 8th February 2012
Flooding kills at least eight in the village of Biser - Bulgaria
Flooding in the Bulgarian village of Biser resulting from the breach in a reservoir dam. Eye-witnesses reported a 1.5 meter wave of water that killed at least eight people in the region...
Deep snow sweeps across Bulgarian villages near Veliko Turnovo
As some regions in the south part of Bulgaria are flooded with rain, many villages in the rest of the country are covered by deep snow. The main streets in many villages are not regular...
Sarajevo: State of emergency declared due to heavy snowfall
A state of emergency has been declared due to the huge amount of snow hitting the region. 1.5m of snow fell in two days. The city has been completely cut off. Sarajevo, Bosnia. Images t...
Britain endures harsh weather conditions as cold snap arrives
People endure colder weather conditions as a cold snap hits the UK. Increases in snow, rain and ice provide people a new challenge to go about daily activities. Manchester, UK. 8th Febr...
Rome's rooftops become covered in snow
Stunning views from a terrace of the Pincio of the roofs of Rome still covered by snow after a snow storm over the last week. Rome, Italy. 7th February 2012
Snow chaos halts traffic in Bulgaria
Traffic in Bulgaria is severely affected by tlatest heavy snowfalls. Trucks over 10 tons are banned from driving, several passes are closed and many country roads are impassable. Pazard...
Heavy Snow in Ain Drahem
Heavy snowfall that has covered much of Europe caused roads to be cut in the Tunisian town of Ain Drahem. Cars were left stranded as some roads became impassable. Tunisia. 7th February ...
Snow at tolls stations in Malgara
Snow could be seen on the ground at tolls stations in Malgara near to the Greek city of Thessaloniki as many parts of Europe experienced unusually heavy snowfall. Greece. 8th February 2...
Two giant sculptures in Kensington Gardens - London
Two giant sculptures by Anish Kapoor during a heavy snow in the Kensington Gardens. Anish Kapoor CBE RA is an Indian-born British sculptor UK. 18th December 2010
Winners and stars of Pirena 2012 - Pyrenees
After the finish of the 22th Pirena Advance, the winners were; 1st the German Tom Andres; 2nd Spaniard Iker Ozcoidi and 3rd Pavel Pfeifer on sleds dogs. Spain. 22nd January 2012
Italy's capitol is covered in snow - Rome
During the nights between the 3rd and 4th of February, Rome was surprised by a fantastic display of snowfall. Many of the streets, historical locations and monuments are completely cove...
The big chill continues in Veneto
The big chill continues as polar temperatures hits Italian beauty spots in Veneto. The Brenta River becomes frozen due to the chill which is gripping Europe. Italy. 7th February 2012
Snow continues to fall on Southern Italy
In southern Italy snow continues to fall, but in Tuscany and the North snowing has subsided. Ice and the wind has made temperatures several degrees below zero. Italy. 7th February 2012
First snowfall of 2012 hits the Brecon Beacons
The first snowfall of 2012 hits the Brecon Beacons area causing treacherous driving conditions. Brecon Beacons, UK. 4th February 2012
Snow and ice paralyzes Italy - Bologna
Snow fall in numerous cities and cold temperature are experiences in most cities across Italy. 6th February 2012