Severe storm threatens: Potsdam is preparing for thunderstorms and storms!

Severe storm threatens: Potsdam is preparing for thunderstorms and storms!

On June 26, 2025, the Cologne residents are under the impression of a new storm, which already provided many inconvenience the evening before. As the Tagesspiegel is reported on Thursday with strong thunderstorms and hurricane -like gusts. The German Weather Service (DWD) has issued a warning that predicts up to speeds of 110 km/h. Another main focus is on the heavy rain and hail, which are particularly expected between the late afternoon and evening.

What does that mean specifically for the region? From 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. there is the highest warning level (red) for the residents in Potsdam and the surrounding area. The DWD warns particularly urgently of the devastating gusts, which can cause considerable damage to trees and infrastructures. Storm had already left their mark on Monday when numerous trees were uprooted and the fire brigade recorded over 120 storm -related operations. Traffic in the city was also severely affected, especially in bus and tram traffic.

Park visitors!

As a result of the announced storm, parts of the folk park in Potsdam are expected to be closed on Friday morning from 4 p.m. to 5 a.m. Areas with old tree stocks, including the forest park in the east of the folk park and the old tree -passed part of the draw park, are particularly affected. Notices in the park provide the visitors about the necessary closures, but the rest of the park remains accessible.

not only in Potsdam, also in Berlin and other Brandenburg regions, stormy weather is announced. In the meantime, the weather in Potsdam is still conciliatory in the morning with temperatures around 24 ° C and loosened clouds. However, a dramatic temperature difference of up to 34 ° C and 97% of precipitation is expected from the early afternoon - a change that not only puts the mind, but also nature.

agro-meteorological information

On security, the Agricultural Metonology department has provided relevant information on the risk situation. The current weather conditions are particularly interested in agriculture, because heat stress at poultry could become a serious problem. The usable data on this topic can be found daily from May to September via Wetterfahren.de . In view of the upcoming weather conditions, agricultural companies can expect important information on soil frost and weather conditions.

Overall, it should be noted that the coming hours could become eventful for the Cologne and their neighbors. With a certain respect for the weather and good advice from the weather services, it is important to be prepared. Whether in the park or on the go - be careful now the best companion.