Storm floods on the Baltic Sea: Current water levels caused an alarm!

Storm floods on the Baltic Sea: Current water levels caused an alarm!

On October 8, 2025, the current levels on the Baltic Sea show a worrying picture. Sturm floods appear several times a year on the German Baltic Sea coast, and in the current season between July 2022 and June 2023, the Federal Office for Sea shipping and hydrography already recorded five storm surges. In comparison, there were seven storm surges in the 2021/2022 season. The data show that the coastal regions have to react decisively to the fluctuating water levels in order to prevent damage and to ensure the safety of the citizens: inside. According to kn-online.de, flood warnings are through civil protection and Catastrophic aid law regulated, which ensures clear processes to inform the population.

The current water levels in some important places are also alarming. The level in the Kiel Bay is currently 509 cm with a deviation of +4 cm to the middle water. Particularly noteworthy is the water level, which also appears worrying at 644 cm and a difference of +14 cm to the middle water. Here the need for preventive measures is indispensable to protect the surrounding areas from damage. On October 7, 2025, water levels such as 586 cm were measured on the Soholmer Au and 586 cm on the Krückau, which raised further fears (hsi-sh.de).

Water levels at a glance

The water levels of the past few hours show the following measurements:

• Kieler Bucht: 509 cm (+4 cm)
• Trave: 644 cm (+14 cm)
• Soholmer Au: 586 cm
• Krückau: 586 cm

It is particularly important to recognize flood risks early. The warnings can be issued by various institutions, including federal, state, district, police and fire departments. Common warning channels include radio, television, loudspeaker trucks, sirens and increasingly digital platforms such as social media and warning apps.

The behavior in times of storm surges should not be neglected. It is advisable to park the electricity and gas and to bring important personal objects to higher floors. A battery-operated radio and a flashlight should be kept ready as well as food and drinking water supplies. The bank areas must be avoided, while in an emergency protection on higher floors should be sought. Emergency numbers such as 112 (fire brigade) and 110 (police) can be kept at all times. At this point it becomes clear how important it is to draw the population aware of the dangers of floods and storm surges in order to be prepared in the best possible way.

A lot will certainly be reported about the development dynamics on the Baltic Sea and developments in the area of ​​flooding. Stay informed and always pay attention to current warnings!