Snow and gale-force winds are expected to cause transport chaos in Germany as a bitter cold snap continues to wreak havoc across Europe. Up to 40 centimetres of snow was expected later today in Germany, with heavy winds expected to bring traffic to a standstill. Airports have called in extra staff and rail operators have warned of delays.<br/><br/>The Auto Club Europa warned the forecast for the weekend could lead to chaotic traffic conditions and potentially leave large parts of Germany completely paralysed. In the UK, the worst winter for decades has led to a fear for energy supplies as temperatures dropped to -22C. <br/><br/>Northern Spain is expecting more heavy snowfalls while the country's south has been hit by severe floods. France is also braced for more snow. Meteo France warned the amount of snow expected was significant, exceptional even.