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Storm approaching shoreline

Thunderstorms of severe intensity forecasted for Rhine district on May 19th, and more so on Friday.

A powerful storm is on its way
A powerful storm is on its way

Storm approaching shoreline

The Rhein District in Germany is bracing itself for a bout of severe weather, as the German Weather Service (Deutscher Wetterdienst, DWD) has issued a severe weather warning for the area from May 19, 2022, 14:00 to May 20, 2022, 22:00.

On May 19, residents can expect heavy rain and strong gusts between 80 km/h and 100 km/h. The risk of larger hailstones, over 2 cm in size, is also present. The Ordnance Office of the Rhein District has further issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the same day.

The following day, May 20, is predicted to be even more challenging. The German Weather Service anticipates hurricane gusts over 140 km/h, large hailstones up to 5 cm in size, and thunderstorms that can develop suddenly throughout the day. The risk of tornadoes is also present.

The Office for Safety and Order of the Rhein District Neuss advises residents to avoid outdoor activities until the end of the severe weather and stay indoors, away from windows, due to the risk of flying objects such as falling branches.

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For those seeking historical severe weather data in the Rhein District, typically, one would consult national meteorological agencies such as the German Weather Service (Deutscher Wetterdienst, DWD) or specialized weather archives. If you have access to such sources or specific meteorological databases, they would be the authoritative place to find detailed historical storm reports including parameters like wind speeds, rainfall amounts, hail size, and tornado occurrence.

As of now, the German Weather Service has not issued any new severe weather warnings beyond May 20, 2022. However, it's always advisable to stay vigilant and follow the instructions of local authorities during such weather events. In case of emergency, call the emergency number of the rescue service and fire brigade at 112 in the Rhein District area.

Stay safe and stay informed!

Residents of the Rhein District should be prepared for the severe weather forecasted for May 19 and 20, as heavy rain, strong winds, large hailstones, and thunderstorms are expected. The German Weather Service (Deutscher Wetterdienst, DWD) provides detailed weather data and historical storm reports.

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