Tens of thousands of homes in Bosnia and Herzegovina left without power due to snowfall

Heavy snowfall and wind have led to power outages in tens of thousands of homes in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Report informs via Associated Press (AP).

According to Report, citing Interfax, this was reported by Associated Press (AP).

"Due to heavy snow, power lines have been damaged, and access to them is difficult due to snowdrifts," the information says, citing the Bosnian state energy company.

According to AP, authorities have completely halted railway traffic in some areas of Bosnia and Herzegovina due to snowfall. Transportation disruptions are also reported in neighboring Croatia and Serbia.

According to the publication, a warning is in effect across the Balkan Peninsula advising against car travel, as authorities have had to close several major highways due to snowdrifts.