storm warning: thunderstorms and storms over the south of Germany

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storm about Germany: where thunderstorms threaten

The weather situation in Germany has changed dramatically, with a focus on the southwest and other parts of the country. The German Weather Service (DWD) warned of severe thunderstorms that could be reflected in the region. In particular for the areas in the south, such as the Hochschwarzwald and the Alpine edge, it is expected with gusts of wind. These warnings are a reaction to the sudden change in weather after a phase of warm days.

in Bonn had to be interrupted by public events due to the unpredictable weather conditions. The “Rhein on Flames” festival was temporarily stopped after rain and lightning activity were found above the Rheinaue from the afternoon. Security is in the top priority, and the organizers have met to ensure the safety of visitors.

The DWD had warned of severe thunderstorms, especially in Hesse and Thuringia. The warning levels contain serious risks such as lightning strikes, falling branches and even falling trees. These dangers illustrate the serious nature of the current weather conditions. In the early evening the storm front moved north, which led to further warnings in several counties.

The DWD explains that the change to this unstable weather conditions is caused by the confluence of warm air masses from the southwest and cooler air from the North Sea. This air mass exchange leads to intensive storm potential, which has an impact not only in Germany, but also in adjacent regions. While considerable rain can be expected in the next few days, the Alpine foothills are sometimes expected to precipitate.

The coming days could bring a transition to milder weather. It is believed that the weather conditions could stabilize and more moderately reverse temperatures. This could pave the way for less restless weather and nature deliver the urgently needed moisture after a considerable drought has been determined in the past few weeks.