Heavy storm surge and storm gusts expected along the North Sea coast - North Sea Storm Surge: Up to 2M Above High Tide Expected Sunday
Residents and visitors along the North Sea coast in Lower Saxony and Bremen face a stormy weekend. The Lower Saxony Water and Coastal Management Authority warns of a significant storm surge, up to two meters above the usual high tide, expected to hit several coastal cities on Sunday morning. Heavy storms and rain are also forecasted.
The island of Langeoog has announced disruptions in public transport due to the weather. Catamaran services from Emden to Borkum and back have been cancelled on Saturday morning. The NLWKN expects a heavy storm surge as early as Sunday morning, with the high tide rising up to two meters higher than the usual mean high tide in several coastal areas. This includes cities like Emden, Wilhelmshaven, and Bensersiel.
Heavy storms are expected along the North Sea coast as early as the afternoon on Saturday, moving over the Harz during the night. Further heavy storms are forecasted for Saturday night and Sunday. A rain area is moving over the entire of Lower Saxony and Bremen from the west, with highest temperatures ranging between 11°C along the coast and 5°C in the mountains.
The North Sea coast in Lower Saxony and Bremen is bracing for a stormy weekend. Residents and visitors are advised to stay informed and take necessary precautions. Public transport disruptions and cancelled catamaran services are expected. The storm surge and heavy storms pose potential risks to coastal areas.
