Southern Germany still faces warnings from the German Weather Service for impending thunderstorms accompanied by heavy downpours.
The reports from the meteorological department point towards severe weather in northern regions of Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria. These areas are set to witness extreme rainfall over the next few hours, reaching up to 70 liters per square meter. This phenomenon would gradually grow towards the south and eventually reach the Alps foothills. At present, areas to remain affected by the storms comprise of parts of Thuringia, Saxony, and parts of Saxony-Anhalt. Not much changes are expected for regions located to the south of the Danube. However, these regions too could witness storms.
On Saturday, the floods became more intense, particularly in specific parts of Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg. For some districts of Bavaria, a state of disaster was declared, and people had to be rescued from their residences using helicopters.
The deluge and consequent flooding resulted in significant disruptions in rail traffic, as reported by the German Railways. Long-distance service between Stuttgart and Augsburg was held back for the day. Additionally, there were interruptions on trains departing from Munich, Karlsruhe, and Stuttgart as well.
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The upcoming Sunday is predicted to bring more turbulence, with the DWD warning about potential thunderstorms in Southern Germany. This could further exacerbate the flood situation in regions like Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria, which have already been severely affected by heavy rain and storms. The German Weather Service urges residents to stay vigilant and prepared for the intensifying weather conditions. Despite the severe weather predictions, northern parts of Thuringia and Saxony-Anhalt seem less affected, but they are not completely off the storm's radar. Meanwhile, the southern regions of Germany, including areas along the Danube, should remain cautious and prepared for potential storms.
