Intense weather phenomenon - In Bavaria, the flood situation improves despite experiencing more rainfall.
Following the floods, many areas in Bavaria have seen improvements in the high water situation. The German Weather Service (DWD) has disclosed impending thunderstorms and rainfall in certain regions of the state; however, they predict the conditions will settle by the weekend. The Danube's water level decreased at almost all measuring locations overnight on Saturday, and HND anticipates it will continue to do so.
The floods caused high water levels to be an issue in Kelheim, but authorities claim the dams are stable. Similar claims are made for Straubing and Passau. Experts predict the Danube's water level in Straubing will fall below alert level 3 by evening. The city has announced that the declared state of emergency may conclude on Saturday afternoon. In Passau, the alert level 3 remains in effect.
The Upper Palatinate also sees a worsening situation: Regensburg has observed water levels dropping below alert level 2 by Friday night. The residents of a dangerously situated street were permitted to return home.
The DWD's forecast anticipates thunderstorms, rainfall, strong winds of up to 100 kilometers per hour, and hail until Monday, particularly in the south. Although on Saturday, there might be thunderstorms with significant rainfall up to 40 liters per square meter, the HND sees no cause for raising a new warning. They noted that the rainfall totals were insignificant in the area. Alert levels 1 and 2 are the only ones anticipated to rise.
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Despite the additional rainfall, the flood situation in Bavaria continues to improve, according to the DWD's reports. This improvement was observed even in cities like Regensburg, where the water levels dropped below alert level 2 by Friday night, allowing residents of a dangerously situated street to return home.
The Danube's water level at Passau remains at alert level 3, but experts anticipate a decrease in Straubing's water level, which may drop below alert level 3 by evening. The city may even lift its state of emergency on Saturday afternoon.
In Bavaria's OBERPFALZ region, Kelheim's high water levels due to the floods have not affected the stability of its dams, according to authorities. However, a significant increase in rainfall is forecasted by the DWD, particularly in the south, until Monday.
Despite the looming storm and flood warnings, the HND does not foresee the necessity for raising a new alert level. They predict that although there might be thunderstorms with up to 40 liters of rain per square meter on Saturday, the rainfall totals in the area will remain insignificant.
As Bavarian areas such as Regensburg, Straubing, and Kelheim experience improvements, Passau remains under flood alert level 3. Residents in these areas, including Passau, are advised to stay vigilant and prepare for any unexpected changes in weather conditions.
Despite the improvements, many Bavarian cities are still reeling from the aftermath of the floods. The decline in water levels has not yet fully erased the mud and debris left behind, necessitating continued cleanup and recovery efforts.
The DWD, having closely monitored the weather and flood situation in Bavaria, updates its warnings and forecasts regularly to ensure public safety. Among these updates include DWD Weather Forecast, DWD Warning Map, and DWD Water Level maps for various cities like Regensburg, Kelheim, and Straubing.
Apart from the weather concerns, the upcoming weekend promises opportunities for relaxation, as many Bavarian cities and attractions prepare to welcome visitors. For instance, many tourists look forward to exploring the historic city of Passau along the Danube during this time.
Lastly, as the German national soccer team prepares for the European Championship qualifying matches, fans throughout Lower Bavaria can find solace in sports-related activities, providing a welcome distraction from the ongoing weather situations.
