Flood alerts are in place in several areas around the country.
Heavy rain and melting snow is expected to flow into the rivers and lakes raising levels.
The government has raised the alert levels from 2 to 5 on the plateau and around the Jura.
The rivers which are being watched most closely are the Arve in Geneva, the Aare around Biel and Bern as well as sections of the Rhine, the Emme and Thur.
Warmer temperatures are expected in the mountains, the snow line rising to 2,000 meters.
Several injured in random knife attack
A man attacked several people with a knife yesterday afternoon in Zofingen in canton Aargau.
Push for Geneva to host song contest
Pressure is building to get canton Geneva to officially back the hosting of next year’s Eurovision Song Contest.
Govt says 'no' to song cash
As the potential cities vie for the right to host next years Eurovision Song Contest, the federal government have made it very clear – there will be no government money.
Unusual snowfalls on high passes
Despite being mid-May, the higher ground is getting a massive amount of snow.
Possible charge for Lauterbrunnen
The picturesque village of Lauterbrunnen in the Bernese Oberland is considering following the lead of Venice - and bringing in a daily charge for visitors.
Accident caused major disruption - man seriousy injured
Geneva rush hour traffic was severely disrupted yesterday afternoon after a 19-year-old scooter rider was hit by a tram in Rive.
