Bavaria in the weather chaos: heavy rain, hail and thunderstorms threaten

Bavaria in the weather chaos: heavy rain, hail and thunderstorms threaten

The current weather conditions in Bavaria brings with it a combination of extreme heat and severe storms that put the population on alert. According to the German Weather Service (DWD), the warnings apply until Tuesday evening, August 13th. This mainly affects the counties in which alarm level red was spent on thunderstorms and the warning of extreme heat.

The region in focus: affected counties

Bayern is preparing for violent weather conditions, especially in the districts of Lichtenfels, Kulmbach, Bamberg, Bayreuth, Forchheim, Miesbach, Rosenheim, Traunstein and Berchtesgadener Land. These regions not only see increased heat, but also dangerous thunderstorms with heavy rain and hail.

warnings and effects on the community

The authorities advise you to stay in closed rooms and avoid the heat. The DWD informs the population that rainfall of up to 40 liters per square meter is expected within a very short time, accompanied by gusts of storm up to 80 km/h and hail with grain sizes of up to 2 cm. These conditions in particular could significantly burden agricultural businesses and the infrastructure in the difficult areas.

heat development and forecasts

In the past few days, Bavaria has repeatedly experienced high summer temperatures that could reach 36 degrees in some places. This leads to the risk of heat disease, which is why the health authorities call for caution. In particular for the northern parts of Bavaria, the warning was raised from the orange hazard level to red, which is the highest possible risk to the population.

The weather developments in detail

From midday of August 13th, the weather in southern Bavaria becomes increasingly uncomfortable. The forecasts assume that thunderstorms will open in the afternoon and that the Alpine foreland will not be spared. In addition to heavy rain, gusts of wind and hail can be an additional risk. This type of weather is not only a weather phenomenon, but also brings increased risks for public security and nature.

conclusion: called for caution

The current weather conditions require a lot of attention and caution from the population in Bavaria. The DWD will continue to observe the situation and inform the public about possible changes to the warnings. The interaction of extreme heat and heavy thunderstorms is an urgent example of the challenges that the weather can bring with it in the coming days.