Heavy rain threatens: Baden-Württemberg remains uncomfortable!

Heavy rain threatens: Baden-Württemberg remains uncomfortable!

In the last few days in Germany, especially in Baden-Württemberg, the weather has changed from summery to autumnal. Loud Mercury There is currently a dominance of rain, which is particularly noticeable along the Rhine and in the Black Forest. On Tuesday September 9th there was little sunshine, while heavy rain and occasional thunderstorms were expected. The German Weather Service (DWD) has issued an official warning for the western regions, which is classified at level two. This warns of rainfall amounts between 25 and 35 l/m² within six hours.

But the situation is not only tense in Baden-Württemberg. In North Rhine-Westphalia, severe storms also led to numerous police and fire service operations, such as daily news reported. In Mönchengladbach, for example, there were over 70 operations when cellars and apartments were full and streets were flooded. The fire brigade also took action in Bedburg, where a new development area was under up to 60 cm of water and was able to rescue some families from their flooded apartments.

Storm warnings and their consequences

The DWD's warnings should be taken seriously, as the meteorological forecasts indicate unpleasant weather until Tuesday evening. Rain and possibly thunderstorms are expected to return on Wednesday, September 10th. While temperatures can rise above 20 degrees during the day, they drop between 15 and 19 degrees when it rains. The forecast shows that there is no improvement in sight and unsettled weather is expected for the rest of the week.

But what does the storm result in? The Severe Weather Center lists different types of heavy rain warnings, ranging from advance warnings to acute preventive measures. These range from minor to massive amounts of rainfall, which can result in flooding, flooding and even landslides. In particular, the acute level warning, which is issued 1 to 12 hours before the respective events, is of great importance for the population and the institutions affected.

Today's and future weather conditions make it clear that a good hand is required when preparing for storms. In many affected regions, both in Baden-Württemberg and North Rhine-Westphalia, the exchange about future measures to better cope with such extreme weather events and the discussion about expanding retention areas to protect against flooding are being initiated. So stay vigilant and use the current warnings to prepare for the weather conditions in good time.