Questionable Weather Strikes Central Germany
Severe storms posing a threat in southern and eastern regions of Germany.
Stormy weather has swept through Germany over the weekend, and now the south and east are bracing for more severe conditions. Locals might face hail and powerful winds.
Authorities cautioned of a potential stormy situation in the south and east of the country on Sunday afternoon. According to weather predictions, there could be heavy rain, hail, and wind gusts. In some areas, the weather may become extreme, with hailstones reaching up to 3 cm in diameter and wind speeds nearing 100 km/h.
Furthermore, moderate to heavy rainfall is expected, with up to 40 L/m² in a short span or over 60 L/m² in a few hours. The risk of extreme weather persists into Monday night in the east and southeast. Later, the thunderstorms are expected to move eastward, as per the German Weather Service (DWD).
Calmer Skies on the Horizon for Next Week
The weather will gradually moderate at the start of the new week after the stormy weekend. On Monday, the east and southeast will remain cloudy, with occasional showers. By the end of the day, the rest of the country should be dry. There will be some sunshine, as well as larger cumulus clouds, predominantly in the southwest and near the North Sea. The temperature highs on Monday will range from 20 to 26°C.
On Saturday and Sunday night, there were significant thunderstorms in parts of Germany. In North Rhine-Westphalia, emergency services were particularly occupied in Paderborn dealing with flooded basements and other issues. Despite numerous incidents, no injuries have been reported, according to a Paderborn police representative.
The roof of a production hall gave in under the weight of the water. The hospital in Paderborn also experienced water leakage, causing disruptions to elevator service. The police fielded over 400 emergency calls between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM on Saturday.
Investigation Ongoing for Possible Tornado in Paderborn
On Sunday morning, passersby stumbled upon a car in a rain retention basin in Benhausen, Paderborn. The fire department was summoned, as it was unclear initially whether anyone was in the vehicle. However, the car's owner later confirmed that they had been stuck the previous day and had vacated the vehicle.
There were numerous eyewitness accounts of a possible tornado in Altenbeken near Paderborn. Photos showed a funnel cloud beneath a thundercloud. Officers from the DWD are examining the possibility of a tornado in Paderborn, particularly in Altenbeken. However, a confirmation has not been made yet.
As for the latest, there was no affirmative evidence of a tornado in Paderborn as of the latest intelligence available. The DWD has been investigating the possibility of a tornado in the Paderborn area, but they have not yet verified these claims[1]. The most recent verified tornado incident in the area occurred on May 20, 2022, causing substantial damage and injuries in Paderborn[2].
If you are referring to a more recent incident, it may be related to the unconfirmed reports from June 2025[1]. However, there has been no official affirmation yet regarding a tornado in Paderborn on the particular date mentioned.
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