Severe weather risk in North Rhine -Westphalia! DWD warns of heat and thunderstorms today!

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Find out which weather warnings apply to North Rhine-Westphalia and how you can protect yourself during the heat wave.
Find out which weather warnings apply to North Rhine-Westphalia and how you can protect yourself during the heat wave. (Symbolbild/MND)

Ludwigslust, Deutschland - Summer temperatures and impending storm: North Rhine-Westphalia faces an exciting weather. As the German Weather Service (DWD) reports in a current warning, there is a significant warning of heat and storms for a large part of the state. So summer has a firm grip on us, but it is not just about sun rays and summer leisure activities. The Soester Anzeiger reports that the warning on June 14th at 10:57 Was issued, with a "preliminary information storm" for large parts of NRW.

Current predictions indicate sparse weather events that can go hand in hand with heavy rain up to 40 liters per square meter and violent gusts of wind. In some regions even hurricane -like gusts of up to 110 km/h are possible. These extreme conditions require maximum attention because the thunderstorms that the thunderstorm train is not yet clear.

heat and their consequences

Before the storm can open, a heated phase awaits us: on this Saturday the temperatures can climb between 30 and 34 degrees and bring a sultry hot weather with it. As on Friday, where the 33 degree brand was reached, an official warning of heat for almost all regions in NRW, with the exception of the Höxter district, also applies this weekend. In particular from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., the thermal load is strong, which is particularly stressful for old and needy people.

In connection with these temperatures, the DWD recommends avoiding heat, drinking enough water and keeping the interior cool. A good tip for hotter days! And this is not just about our well-being-also a look at the online platform of the Heat warning NRW shows general health information and tips on how to behave best at high temperatures.

threatening thunderstorms - a weather phenomenon in the march

The risk of thunderstorms that could be emerging on Saturday should not be underestimated. While the first thunderstorms are only expected in the east of NRW in the evening, there can be abrupt rains and hails during the day. Here the districts in North Rhine-Westphalia are particularly at risk that are abruptly located in the storm's platform.

But summer also has its beautiful sides! After a rainy Pentecost weekend, the increasing temperatures bring the opportunity for happy activities outdoors. However, everyone should adjust to the changeable weather conditions and do not forget to take a look at the current warnings of the DWD to get through this week safely and healthy.

If you are looking for further information and the latest developments, you should look at the page of the LZG NRW Here you get helpful materials and closed content that clarifies you even better about the current challenges in heat and storms.

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