The snow and the Belgians

I came back recently from a well-deserved vacation in Finland. I needed to recharge my batteries by skiing and sitting in a sauna. During my absence the snow and coldness have been changed the ordinary lives of the Belgians. There is more snow than even in Helsinki.

I’m writing this article at the Central station in Brussels. Just one minute ago I noticed how my train has been postponed due to problems with the locomotive. The snow and frost has changed the rules of public transport forcing trains in their shelters.

In addition to public transport, the car drivers seem to be in trouble. By using summer tyres they are coping with icy and slippery roads which are not cleared.

The Belgians do not seem to be a qualified drivers in winter. Yesterday I saw one of them didn’t slow down his speed when approaching a crossroads. The car was uncontrollable when the driver used the brakes. Luckily, nothing serious happened. This kind of reckless driving could have caused bad injuries to pedestrians too.

Sometimes I think of shouting at those who are not respecting the changed weather and who are driving like crazies along the streets.

The police should control more speeding on the roads and take away drivers´ licences. Or just fine them heavily if they are doing something illegal.