Heavy rain and storm: Bremen weather warns of severe storms!

Heavy rain and storm: Bremen weather warns of severe storms!

The German Weather Service (DWD) urgently warns of heavy rain in Bremen and the surrounding area. The warning is valid for this Tuesday evening, starting at 7:30 p.m. Rainfall amounts of between 15 and 25 liters per square meter are expected within a very short period of time. Wind gusts of up to 70 km/h can also occur, making the situation even more difficult. The storm is expected to subside again around 8:30 p.m., but until then the people of Bremen should exercise caution. Loud t online The warning level for heavy rain is classified at level 2.

The weather situation is not entirely atypical for this time of year, but such storms always cause serious problems. Although there is a good chance that Bremen will be spared from extreme storms such as those recently experienced in Bavaria, the DWD is issuing clear advice for caution. There were recently violent thunderstorms in Bavaria that caused extensive damage in many places, including fallen trees and flooding, as merkur.de reported.

What should you pay attention to?

In such weather, it is advisable to stay at home if possible and not plan any risky outdoor activities. Drivers should also exercise caution and prepare for slippery roads. Gusts of wind can bring unpleasant surprises and can easily cause small vehicles in particular to sway. The warning levels are differentiated by the DWD: from winds of 50 km/h the first warning level is activated, and from 65 km/h it becomes seriously dangerous. In the worst case, the highest warning level of 4 can occur with wind speeds over 140 km/h, which makes the situation dramatic, especially for the construction industry and outdoor events, as current developments in other federal states show.

This is exactly what people in Bremen should not underestimate: During a rain event, it is not only the amount of water that falls that is crucial, but also the resulting local flooding. Even with relatively little rainfall, strong currents can quickly develop, flooding basements or making roads impassable.

Make preparations

Given these circumstances, it is advisable to prepare for the storm in good time. Always have an emergency kit with water, snacks and a flashlight. Information about local emergency numbers and, if necessary, consultation with neighbors can also be helpful. The possibility of lightning strikes should also not be underestimated - the DWD warning level 2 already points out the danger of lightning strikes.

The situation in northern Germany remains tense and the next few hours could be decisive. Keep your eyes open and follow current warnings. Maybe it's better to voluntarily forego tennis or barbecue fun for an evening until the storm warning has passed. Be alert and stay dry!