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Storm surges expected on the North Sea, Weser and Elbe

The wind will blow a lot of water onto the coasts and banks of the major rivers in the coming days. People in Bremen, for example, should take care. The islands are also affected.

,   and  James Williams
2 min read
The water of the Elbe is pushed onto the Hamburg fish market during a storm surge. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de
The water of the Elbe is pushed onto the Hamburg fish market during a storm surge. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de

Storm - Storm surges expected on the North Sea, Weser and Elbe

Storm surges could hit the coasts of Lower Saxony and Bremen on Thursday evening. The focus will be on the Weser and Elbe regions, said a spokeswoman for the Federal Maritime and Hydrographic Agency (BSH) in Hamburg on Wednesday. On the Weser, the storm surge mark of 1.5 meters above mean high water is expected to be exceeded in Bremen and Elsfleth on Thursday evening. The evening high tide on Wednesday is not expected to reach storm surge level.

According to the BSH forecast, the water levels are expected to rise to storm surge level again on Friday morning. Cuxhaven, the East Frisian islands of Borkum and Norderney as well as Emden and Papenburg on the Ems are then also expected to be affected. Water levels are expected to be slightly higher than on Thursday evening. According to the BSH spokeswoman, it was initially unclear whether the mark of a severe storm surge of 2.5 meters above mean high water would be reached. The situation is still developing, she said.

The German Weather Service (DWD) warned of heavy squalls to gale-force gusts of ten and eleven on the coasts on Thursday. Rain and isolated thunderstorms are also expected. On Friday night, the rain is expected to mix with sleet and snow. For Friday, the DWD is expecting further rain and snow showers as well as squalls. On the coasts, it will remain stormy with gale-force winds in some places.

As Deutsche Bahn had already announced on Tuesday, ferry services to and from the East Frisian island of Wangerooge will be completely suspended on Friday. Deutsche Bahn operates the ferry service with a subsidiary company. Departures from Harlesiel in East Frisia and from Wangerooge will be canceled as early as Thursday afternoon. The island of Langeoog has also announced possible ferry cancellations on Thursday and Friday.

DWD forecast Water level forecast BSH overview Beaufort scale DB announcement on ferry services to Wangerooge

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  1. The storm surges pose a threat to the coasts of Schleswig-Holstein, a state located in northern Germany.
  2. The port city of Hamburg, known for its busy shipping activities, is also prepared for the anticipated bad weather.
  3. In Hanover, the capital of Lower Saxony, residents are advised to stay vigilant against the flood risk caused by the storm surge.
  4. The North Sea, bordering Germany, is expected to experience significant wave action due to the upcoming storm.
  5. Cuxhaven, a popular holiday destination on the German coast, is among the areas likely to be affected by the high tide caused by the storm surge.
  6. The Elbe River, which flows into the North Sea, might face challenges due to the severe weather conditions and potential storm surge.
  7. The island duo of Wangerooge and Langeooge, located off the coast of Lower Saxony, have announced possible disruptions in their ferry services due to the storm.
  8. The German Meteorological Service (DWD) has issued warnings for strong winds and heavy rainfall along the coastlines.
  9. The shipping industry in bsh, a city in Bremen, might face challenges due to the inclement weather conditions and potential storm surge on the North Sea.

Source: www.stern.de

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