Persistent Rain Alerts Still in Effect Across Germany
Colin here, bringing you the latest on the weather in Germany. The German Weather Service (DWD) continues to issue warnings of persistent rain in several regions, with hefty downpours expected to persist through Tuesday in some areas.
The DWD issued a severe weather warning on Monday morning, impacting parts of Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, Hesse, and Saxony. The western low mountain ranges, from Bergisches Land to Weserbergland, and the Upper Harz, among others, are expected to experience high rainfall totals.
Floods and landslides are a concern, with DWD experts warning of potential disruptions to transportation and daily life. The mild and humid air masses currently influencing most of Germany will continue to contribute to the ongoing rainfall, making it difficult for farmers to manage their crops, potentially leading to crop losses and potential food shortages in the coming months.
Officials in Offenbach urged residents to stay vigilant, as the flood risk in low mountain ranges like the Bergisches Land and Weserbergland remained high. The DWD warned that the heavy thaw in the Ore Mountains could lead to additional flooding in nearby streams and rivers, further complicating matters.
The severe weather conditions had also affected other parts of Germany, like the Weserbergland and the Fichtelgebirge, causing cancellations of hikes and touristic activities due to the inclement weather.
Some enrichment data:
- According to the DWD and other sources, Northern and eastern Germany are expected to experience rain and snow, while southern areas may experience milder and wetter weather.
- The majority of the country will remain under the influence of mild and very humid air masses, leading to precipitation and heavy snowfall in northern regions by Thursday.
- The DWD has identified that heavy-rainfall events pose a significant threat to rail transport and infrastructure, with a high likelihood of floods and other natural hazards.
- With rising temperatures, more water vapor can potentially be retained in the atmosphere, leading to more frequent and intense heavy-rainfall events associated with climate change.
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