Strong thunderstorm threatens: Eifelkreis Bitburg-Prüm under severe weather warning!

Strong thunderstorm threatens: Eifelkreis Bitburg-Prüm under severe weather warning!

June 14, 2025 will probably be an uncomfortable day in the Eifelkreis Bitburg-Prüm region. The authorities have issued an official weather warning warning of severe thunderstorms with squalls and heavy rain. According to that Report from news.de The warning applies from 2:05 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Storm gusts with speeds between 75 and 90 km/h are expected, while the heavy rain could bring rainfall amounts of up to 25 l/m² per hour. So the weather looks anything but calming.

In addition to the direct effects of the thunderstorm, such as lightning strikes and falling trees, there are also dangers from falling objects and flooding of streets and underpasses. This poses a high risk of aquaplaning for drivers, which is why they are strongly advised to avoid the roads according to the information on 14-tage-wettervorhersage.de.

Extended warning levels and recommendations for action

The warnings are divided into different levels even within the Eifel region. Even after 3:30 p.m., a further official warning will remain in place until 4:30 p.m. Thunderstorms with similarly violent squalls and heavy rain are expected. Hailstorms cannot be ruled out either, with grain sizes of up to 3 cm the source points out.

There are clear recommendations for action for the population: They are advised to avoid spending time outdoors, avoid bodies of water and secure all detached objects. The areas in the Eifel district of Bitburg-Prüm, as well as other regions in Rhineland-Palatinate where this severe weather warning is in effect, are particularly affected explains the storm center.

Heat and additional storms in the region

In addition to the thunderstorm warnings, the weather forecast has also issued a heat warning, valid until 7 p.m. Older people and people in need of care in particular should pay attention to sufficient fluid intake and cooler interiors.

According to current information, today's temperatures in the region will rise to up to 26 degrees, which, combined with the impending thunderstorms, does not make the situation any easier. It remains to be seen how the storms will develop, but the warnings should be viewed as a clear warning to prepare for anything unforeseeable.

Severe weather observations show an increased focus on the region, although the sometimes high risk of severe weather requires some considerations about hedging. The forecasts can change both in intensity and direction, which is why vigilance is called for.

In these stormy times, everyone should behave as safely as possible and take warnings seriously. Protect yourself and your loved ones!