Storm chaos in Bavaria: Winter Wunderland in July!

Storm chaos in Bavaria: Winter Wunderland in July!

unusual weather phenomenon in July: hail and snow in the Allgäu and near Munich

Bayern is currently experiencing a capricious weather that is usually more to be found in winter. Even unusual phenomena can occur in July. Hail grains cover streets and make the landscape look like after a snowstorm, although the temperatures are above 20 degrees.

rain transforms streets into rivers

The consequences of the sudden storm are far -reaching. Keller are under water, streets are becoming raging rivers and fallen trees ensure traffic disruptions. It takes a strong use of clearing vehicles and snow shovels to make the streets accessible again.

heavy rain leads to floods at Wolfratshausen

Photo: Alexander Wolf/Onw-Images/dpa

challenges for the police and fire brigade

The police in Bavaria had to coordinate over 320 missions between 6 p.m. and midnight, especially in the eastern and Oberallgäu and in the western district of Lindau. The fire brigades were busy pumping out flooded houses and minimizing the damage until late at night.

event abortions due to the storm

The violent storm even forced popular events. In Munich, the traditional open-air concert "Classical at Odeonsplatz" had to be ended after only a few passages due to the upset storm. The wine festival in Gräfelfing near Munich was also interrupted early to protect the visitors from the Weather Caprioles.

Although high damage to property occurred, luckily no people were injured.

Weather prospects for the weekend in Bavaria

The coming weekend promises to remain cloudy, with isolated showers and thunderstorms. Nevertheless, there is a prospect of sunny sections that at least partially compensate for the inconsistent weather. The residents of Bavaria should continue to be prepared for sudden swings.

- Nag

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