Severe weather continues to batter large parts of Europe, with Germany and France facing particularly intense thunderstorms, heavy rain, and hail. The German Weather Service (DWD) has issued warnings for multiple regions, including Saxony, Brandenburg, and Bavaria, with some areas expecting up to 100 liters of rain per square meter within a short period.In Germany, the DWD predicts that parts of Saxony and Brandenburg could see extreme rainfall exceeding 100 liters per square meter, accompanied by strong winds and hailstones up to 3 cm in diameter. The situation remains tense, with meteorologists expecting strong thunderstorms to move from the southeast towards the west and southwest. In Baden-Württemberg, a ‘high severe weather potential’ is forecast, with up to 40 liters of rain per square meter expected in a short time.France is also bracing for severe weather, with Météo France placing three departments – Ain, Haute-Savoie, and Savoie – on orange alert for thunderstorms. The alert is due to a ‘pluvio-orageous front’ expected to intensify near the Alps, potentially bringing heavy precipitation of up to 50-60mm and wind gusts of 70-80km/h.The unstable weather is expected to persist through the weekend. In Brandenburg, warnings of severe thunderstorms are set to last throughout the weekend, with local rainfall amounts of up to 80 liters per square meter within a few hours and strong winds of up to 75 km/h possible. Similarly, in Berlin, the DWD has warned of strong thunderstorms bringing heavy rain with precipitation rates of up to 25 liters per square meter per hour and wind gusts around 55 km/h.Authorities are advising residents to take necessary precautions, avoid outdoor activities where possible, and stay informed about the latest weather updates. There are concerns about potential flooding, damage to buildings and infrastructure, and disruptions to travel.
Key points
- The German Weather Service (DWD) has issued severe weather warnings for multiple regions in Germany, with some areas expecting up to 100 liters of rain per square meter.
- France has placed three departments on orange alert for thunderstorms, with heavy precipitation and strong winds expected.
- The unstable weather is forecast to persist through the weekend, raising concerns about flooding and infrastructure damage.
- Authorities are advising residents to take precautions and stay informed about weather updates.
