The German Weather Service (DWD) has significantly expanded its severe weather warnings across Germany, with multiple regions now bracing for intense thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and potential hail. The warnings cover a wide swath of the country, including southern Lower Saxony, northern Thuringia, areas between Bielefeld and Bremen, regions around Nuremberg in Bavaria, and parts of North Rhine-Westphalia and Hesse.The DWD predicts heavy rainfall of up to 30 liters per square meter in a short time or 50 liters per square meter over several hours in some areas. Wind gusts could reach up to 70 km/h in places like Warendorf. The weather service warns of life-threatening lightning strikes, flash flooding on streets and in basements, and potential damage to infrastructure.In Saxony, the warning extends to several districts including Bautzen, Meißen, and the city of Dresden, with risks of falling trees, rapid flooding, and hail. Northern Hesse, particularly the Kassel region, faces the threat of ‘heavy thunderstorms’ with orkan-like gusts.The severe weather is expected to move eastward throughout the evening. Some regions, such as Augsburg, may see temperatures drop from recent heatwave levels, with highs ranging from 25°C to 32°C. The DWD emphasizes that ‘extremely severe weather with occasional even stronger rainfall is not ruled out’.Authorities are advising residents to take necessary precautions, including avoiding outdoor activities, securing loose objects, and staying informed about the latest weather updates. Despite the warnings, some events, like the CSD parade in Cologne, are proceeding with caution.The unstable weather is expected to persist into the early part of the week, with some areas like Hesse potentially seeing improved conditions by Wednesday.
Key points
- The German Weather Service has issued widespread severe thunderstorm warnings across multiple regions in Germany.
- Heavy rainfall of up to 50 liters per square meter is expected in some areas, with risks of flash flooding and infrastructure damage.
- Wind gusts could reach up to 70 km/h in some locations, with warnings of life-threatening lightning strikes.
- The severe weather is expected to move eastward throughout the evening, with conditions potentially improving in some areas by mid-week.
Contradictions👾While most sources indicate severe weather across Germany, the report from Cologne suggests the weather there is currently calm with only occasional showers.
