A severe weather system is sweeping across Germany, prompting the German Weather Service (DWD) to issue warnings for multiple regions. The capital city of Berlin and the surrounding state of Brandenburg are bracing for intense thunderstorms, with forecasts predicting heavy rainfall of up to 40 liters per square meter and wind gusts reaching 90 km/h. The Berlin Fire Department has called in additional volunteer firefighters in anticipation of potential damage.The severe weather is not limited to the northeastern part of the country. Southern Bavaria, particularly the Alpine region, is also under alert for severe thunderstorms with a high potential for hail and heavy rain. The DWD has issued warnings for several districts in southern Bavaria, including Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Oberallgäu, and Neu-Ulm.This unstable weather pattern is attributed to a low-pressure system named ‘Elke’, according to meteorologist Jürgen Schmidt. The system is expected to bring dense clouds, occasional heavy rain, and thunderstorms across central Germany before moving towards the eastern and southern parts of the country.Authorities are advising residents to stay indoors, close windows, and secure outdoor items. The severe weather is expected to continue into Thursday, with another low-pressure system forecast to bring more storms on Friday. Despite the turbulent weather, temperatures remain warm, with highs ranging from 28-31 degrees Celsius in affected areas.
Key points
- The German Weather Service (DWD) has issued severe thunderstorm warnings for multiple regions in Germany, including Berlin, Brandenburg, and southern Bavaria.
- Heavy rainfall of up to 40 liters per square meter and wind gusts up to 90 km/h are expected in affected areas.
- The severe weather is part of a low-pressure system named ‘Elke’ and is expected to continue into Thursday, with another system bringing more severe weather on Friday.
- Despite the storms, temperatures remain warm, with highs ranging from 28-31 degrees Celsius in affected areas.
