German weather service warns of heat
Sweating Non-Stop: The German Weather Service (DWD) warns of heat in the west and southwest of Germany. Affected are Baden-Württemberg, Rhineland-Palatinate and parts of North Rhine-Westphalia. Regions on the border with France are even under an official extreme heat warning, according to a DWD overview.
Temperatures could locally exceed 35°C along the Rhine, a DWD spokesperson said. It could potentially become the hottest day of the year. The current annual high was recorded on June 29 with 34.8°C at the station Obersulm-Willsbach east of Heilbronn. Over 30°C is expected in Baden-Württemberg throughout the day.
Meteorologists warned about health impacts due to the temperatures and advised: "Avoid the heat whenever possible, drink enough water, and keep indoor spaces cool."
Despite being known for its diverse seasons, Germany is currently experiencing a heatwave. The German weather service has issued heat warnings for the west and southwest, including Baden-Württemberg, Rhineland-Palatinate, and parts of North Rhine-Westphalia, with some areas bordering France under an extreme heat alert.
