Strong thunderstorms in the Wartburg district: danger to life through lightning and rain!

Strong thunderstorms in the Wartburg district: danger to life through lightning and rain!

Today, on July 20, 2025, there are alarming weather forecasts for the Wartburg district in Thuringia. The official weather warning announces a strong thunderstorm for the period from 8:32 p.m. to around 9:45 p.m. The DWD meteorologists warn of gusts of wind that can reach speeds between 60 and 85 km/h, as well as intensive heavy rain with rainfall of up to 15 l/m² in the shortest possible time. Anyone who is still outdoors should urgently search for protection and bring themselves to safety, since lightning strikes can also be a risk to life. Flying objects and falling branches are an additional risk, as well as the impending flooding of roads and underpasses. Particular caution is also required for traffic - aquaplaning can quickly endanger the driving conditions.

The warning level was classified with orange, which indicates a striking storm. Another heavy thunderstorm is expected within this period, the thunderstorms of which are even more violent and can reach speeds between 70 and 90 km/h. Not only the Wartburg district, but also surrounding regions that should be concerned about the current weather conditions are particularly affected. [Wetter.com] (https://www.wetter.com/unwetterwarlungen/deutschland/unwetter warnings wartburg-116063000.html) emphasizes that the dangers should not be underestimated by lightning strikes and falling trees.

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Especially with such weather conditions, it is important to be careful. For the coming hours, it is advisable to secure freely standing objects and attach tents or covers well. In the streets you should definitely pay attention to flooded sections and avoid them. Anyone who loves nature and is outdoors will certainly not enjoy today. The weather service advises to avoid waters - the risk of fast flooding is high. And driving should also be approached with careful - even short, slow journeys can become a danger.

The warnings and forecasts are continuously updated by experienced meteorologists in the storm center, whereby the information is available around the clock. In extreme weather conditions, everyone should pay attention to the safety of their fellow human beings and adhere to the recommendations for action to avoid unnecessary risks.