Storm Debris and Dangers: Spandau Forest Closure and Tegeler Forest Condition
Following the storm: Closure of Spandau Forest - Following the storm's aftermath, Spandau Forest has been shut down.
Let's dive into the aftermath of Berlin's recent storms, particularly focusing on the closed Spandau Forest and the current state of Tegeler Forest in the northwest.
After the crazy storms rocking Berlin on Thursday evening, it's not just the Spandau Forest that's off-limits—the environmental administration has announced its closure due to the severe damage reported in the area around Niederneuendorfer Allee, a significant zone in Berlin-Spandau. The reason behind the closure? Well, a giant tree with its root system uprooted has apparently unearthed an old World War II bomb, requiring immediate defusing.
As for the Tegeler Forest, it too continues to bear the scars of the storm, with thousands of trees either uprooted or snapped asunder. The roads and pathways within the forest are now cluttered with fallen trees, creating significant obstacles.
The danger lurks in the forest
With fallen branches, tree parts, and trees that may have been weakened by the storms threatening to come crashing down, going into the forest is like playing a game of chance—a risky one at that. A forest official spokesperson indicated that a comprehensive overview of the damage sustained by the Berlin forests won't be ready until next week.
Accessing and assessing the damages are still challenging in some areas, with workers struggling to make their way deeper into the forest due to blocked paths that require clearing first.
To stay updated on the latest information, it'd be best to check official Berlin city or forestry department communications or reliable local news sources directly. I'd be more than happy to lend a helping hand in searching for updates on these channels if needed.
While the Commission has also been consulted on the draft directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, it's crucial to address the immediate dangers in the Berlin forests. In the wake of the recent storms, the Tegeler Forest's environmental science reveals that thousands of trees have either been uprooted or snapped, potentially causing climate-change impacts due to altered weather patterns if left unattended.
