Suche
Mein Konto
Hot day in Braunschweig: traffic chaos at the Raffteich outdoor pool!
On July 2, 2025, Braunschweig experienced 40 degree heat, people sought refreshment in the Raffteich outdoor pool, traffic problems due to illegal parking.
Hot day in Braunschweig: traffic chaos at the Raffteich outdoor pool!
The heat wave that is currently gripping the Braunschweig region not only brings with it high temperatures, but also some challenges for visitors to the local outdoor pools. On Wednesday, July 2, the city experienced the highest temperature of the year, reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius. A record that caused many people to look for cool places. The Raffteich outdoor pool became a particularly popular retreat, with a total of 3,600 visitors counted on the day in question news38.de reported.
But the rush to the outdoor pool also brought traffic problems. The streets around the Raffteichbad were blocked by illegal parkers, which significantly worsened the situation on site. "Nothing works at Raffteichbad anymore. No way through," says a reader who observed the situation on Wednesday. The police even had to go on two operations on Madamenweg, although no traffic obstruction was found in the first incident. The second operation finally confirmed that the buses were able to run again without any problems.
Preparing the outdoor pools for high visitor numbers
The Raffteich outdoor pool was not the only swimming pool in Braunschweig that was preparing for the heat wave. The other municipal outdoor pools are also open to visitors t-online.de reported. The deployment of additional staff, particularly at the edge of the pool, is intended to ensure the safety of swimmers. The pool traffic light, which regulates opening times depending on the weather, plays a crucial role.
The administration also emphasizes parents' responsibility for their children, especially weak swimmers. Risks of accidents, such as near-drownings, should be minimized by observing bathing rules and taking appropriate safety measures. All visitors are also advised to use sun protection in the form of sunscreen, hats and places in the shade.
Health risks from heat
The German Weather Service defines days with temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius as “hot days”, and the associated health risks should not be underestimated. According to that Federal Environment Agency Older people and people with previous illnesses are particularly susceptible to the negative effects of prolonged heat waves. High temperatures could occur more frequently in the future due to climate change. In connection with the hot summers of 2018 and 2019 in Germany, an additional 15,600 people died as a result of the heat.
Given these developments, it is becoming increasingly clear that the urban population needs to be sensitized in order to create a safe and healthy environment. The efforts of the outdoor pools in Braunschweig are a step in the right direction, but the participation and responsibility of each individual remains of great importance.