Close to Augsburg: - Intense rainfall brings about accidents on the A8 caused by aquaplaning.
The German Meteorological Service (DWD) has announced a significant weather alert for Monday evening in Swabia and Upper Bavaria. The region could experience hailstorms and thunder showers. Tall trees, high-voltage lines, scaffolding, and other structures may topple, while tree branches and roof tiles might fly off. Roadways, underpasses, and basements may be flooded due to the heavy downpour. The DWD also cautioned of landslides and aquaplaning.
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- Despite the weather alert, traffic in the District of Augsburg remained heavy, leading to increased chances of accidents due to aquaplaning.
- Residents of Bavaria's Swabia district, including Grönenbach, should be prepared for intense rainfall and potential storm conditions on Monday evening.
- The heavy rain could lead to flooding in roadways, underpasses, and basements, making driving in the region particularly dangerous.
- The German Weather Service (DWD) warned of additional hazards such as hailstorms, thunder showers, and landslides that could cause further accidents and disruptions.
- Motorists in and around Augsburg were advised to exercise caution, as high-voltage lines, scaffolding, and falling tree branches or roof tiles could pose a threat to both drivers and pedestrians.
- A local newspaper reported that the A8 near Augsburg had already seen a series of accidents due to rain-induced aquaplaning, and more incidents were expected with the worsening weather conditions.
- German officials encouraged people to stay informed about the forecast and to avoid unnecessary travel, citing the potential dangers and disruptions posed by the storm in Bavaria and Swabia.
Source: www.stern.de
