Arctic Air Freezes Europe, But Warmer Weather Is on Its Way

Berlin recorded its lowest temperatures this winter.

Photographer: Sebastian Gollnow/dpa/AP Photo
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A blast of arctic air is bringing a brief frigid snap to parts of Europe, with Berlin recording its lowest temperatures this winter, but warmer weather is on its way.

The German capital saw a low of -11C on Monday, with the chill set to carry into Tuesday. Authorities have issued orange warnings across the country’s northeast, cautioning that sub-zero temperatures could cause hypothermia, freeze water pipes and bring frost damage to plants.