Sturm above the North Sea: Ferry connections to Helgoland set!

Sturm above the North Sea: Ferry connections to Helgoland set!

A storm above the North Sea ensures considerable impairments in shipping to the island of Helgoland. The ferry connections, in particular that of the catamaran "Halunder Jet", are affected by the increasing wind strengths. As the Weser-Kurier , the "Halunder Jet" had to return after a short stay on Helgoland.

Due to the warnings of the German Weather Service (DWD), an even more intensive storm is forecast for Thursday. In a strong northwest wind, stormy gusts can be expected, which is why the "Halunder Jet" cannot expire on Thursday, May 22nd. The circumstances are unsettling for travelers because the resumption of the regular timetable on Friday remains uncertain. Other ferry connections to the island are also affected, which also complicated the return trip to Helgoland.

weather forecast and effects

heavy gusts of wind and thunderstorms not only have an impact on shipping, but also on the weather conditions on the coast. The DWD warns of gusts for Thursday morning that can reach up to 100 km/h, especially on the North Sea coast and in North Friesland. According to the T-Online, increasingly unstable, with strong showers and thunderstorms are.

On Wednesday there will still be planned departures from Hamburg and Cuxhaven, but the intermediate stop in Brunsbüttel does not apply due to the strong winds. Travelers with a return trip on Friday are recommended to use the connection on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from Helgoland. For those who have to be rebooked, the FRS Helgoline provides a free bus transfer from Cuxhaven to Brunsbüttel or Hamburg.

prediction and weather development

The forecasts for the next few days show little improvement: The DWD reports that the uncomfortable weather conditions should subside on Saturday at the latest. A moderate to fresh, possibly even strong west wind is expected for Friday. Until then, the temperatures are between 12 and 15 degrees. Especially on Friday, May 22nd, the situation is accompanied by a strong northwest wind with gusts that can reach 8 BFT. High waves of up to 3.5 meters can also be expected in the North Sea areas, as can be read in the weather forecasts of German Weather Service

The storm not only ensures a complicated return trip for many tourists, but also presents the weather services for challenges, while they keep an eye on the development of this inconsistent weather situation.