Storm chaos in Thuringia: streets under water and fire brigade inserts!

Storm chaos in Thuringia: streets under water and fire brigade inserts!

The Thuringia region is currently faced with an extreme weather conditions. In Bad Berka, more precisely in the district of Tannroda, the gravel piled up to half a meter. The violent precipitation overwhelmed the sewage system and led to flooded roads in many places. Several streets had to be completely closed at times, which severely disabled traffic. The thunderstorm cells also left damage in Kranichfeld, and the fire brigades were deployed in several cities to cope with the consequences of the weather caps, such as MDR reported.

The situation was also tightened by an accident on the A4 near Weimar. There was a collision of three vehicles on rain wet roads on Sunday evening. A person was slightly injured and the damage caused by property is estimated at around 50,000 euros. The highway was temporarily closed, which continued to complain.

preliminary warnings and storm situation

The southern half of Germany is currently under a weather warning due to strong thunderstorms. Storm low "Tim" brings uncomfortable weather with it, while the core lingered over the northeast Atlantic. From the afternoon, violent thunderstorms in the east of Baden-Württemberg and in the south of Bavaria are expected. These thunderstorms can not only bring heavy rain, but also large hail as well as storm or hurricane-like gusts. In the southern foothills of the Alps there is a risk of a blow dryer breakdown, which can cause sudden storm winds without a thunderstorm [Insuedthueringen] (https://www.insuedthueringen.de/inhalt.wetter-unwetter-hier-soll-es- vortional-heftig-werden.9e7004fa-82c0-bc89-37ae6755b.html).

The storm center offers a complete overview of the severe weather warnings and weather instructions for Germany. Currently, the meteorologists have published acute warnings that classify the arrival of the natural risk as secure. There are different warning levels, with the highest level red for strong storms, and even violet warnings for extreme weather are possible. Information from the Storm Center are available around the clock, so that the population always remains well informed.

a weather turn is approaching

After the dark forecasts of the past few days, a positive turn is announced for the coming week. The German Weather Service (DWD) reported that the temperatures in the new week will only reach a maximum of 20 to 24 degrees. From Tuesday, more summer temperatures can be expected again. A little light at the end of the tunnel for everyone who longs for the sun and summer weather!

therefore remain attentive and follow the developments closely. Nature shows itself from its unpredictable side and security is going on. Whether on the street or outdoors, a watchful eye never hurt!