Severe thunderstorms forewarned by German meteorological agency; Wildpark initiates shutdown as precautionary measure
Severe Weather Warning in Düsseldorf on Wednesday
Düsseldorf residents should brace themselves for significant disruptions in transportation routes and potential heavy thunderstorms on Wednesday, 2nd of July, as a cold front approaches from the west. The German Weather Service has issued an official warning for extreme heat for the fourth day in a row, and a separate warning for severe weather from 16:00 to 19:00.
Heavy rainfall of between 20 and 40 liters per square meter per hour is expected, with locally isolated areas experiencing extremely heavy rainfall of up to 60 liters per square meter. Hail up to 2 cm is possible during these thunderstorms, and gusts or strong gusts between 70 and 105 km/h may occur. Isolated areas may experience storm-force gusts or storm-force gusts between 105 and 130 km/h and hail up to 4 cm.
To reduce risk and inconvenience during these weather conditions, residents are advised to stay updated with local weather alerts and official warnings, avoid unnecessary travel, especially by train or car, secure outdoor objects, prepare emergency supplies, have a safe place ready indoors, follow any instructions from local authorities, check on vulnerable people, and avoid outdoor activities during the approaching thunderstorms.
In light of the severe weather warning, the Wildpark in Düsseldorf will be closed on Wednesday from 14:00. For transport-specific advice, some routes in Germany, though not Düsseldorf-specific, have cancellations during severe weather causing disruptions to trains, so checking with local train providers before travel is advisable.
As the thunderstorms gradually decrease in intensity, residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and follow the guidance of local authorities to ensure safety during this weather event.
The German Weather Service has issued a severe weather warning for Düsseldorf, featuring heavy rainfall, hail, and strong winds, which will last from 16:00 to 19:00 on Wednesday, 2nd of July. Despite the weather-forecasting predictions, residents should stay updated with the latest weather alerts and follow safety instructions to minimize the risk of inconvenience and potential danger.
