Severe storms in Vienna and Lower Austria: threat of hail and flooding!

Severe storms in Vienna and Lower Austria: threat of hail and flooding!

After severe storms on Sunday, parts of Vienna, Lower Austria, Styria and Burgenland were again affected by thunderstorms on Monday evening. The situation developed dramatically when thunderstorm cells spread to Upper Styria from the west and spread across the eastern country until the evening. The consequences were devastating: floods, mudslides and blockages occurred in several districts of Lower Austria. The fire brigades were fully deployed to deal with the damage and support the affected areas. The persistent heavy rain in particular caused problems, as the main danger was the flooding, which left many cellars and streets under water, reports courier.

Hailstones with a diameter of up to three centimeters were reported in Vienna. The preparations for the storms were obvious, as the meteorologists had already pointed out the high probability of thunderstorms in advance. The warnings remain in place for the coming days as the weather situation changes to a changeable mix of sun and clouds. On Tuesday, rain showers and thunderstorms can be expected, especially in the mountains and in the south, which can be strong. Wednesday could bring a bright spot, as increasingly sunny weather conditions are forecast.

Danger of severe weather beyond national borders

The storms have not only Austria but also Germany firmly under control. There were violent thunderstorms in North Rhine-Westphalia, where the fire brigade had to be called out countless times to pump out full cellars and described similar scenarios to those in Vienna. There, too, there is a risk of storm damage from falling branches and in some regions the streets were flooded with water. In Bad Säckingen, a town was even hit by a hailstorm that caused significant damage, informs Giessen General.

A look at the severe weather warnings shows that Germany and Austria are facing the same challenges. Meteorologists repeatedly warn of further storms with precipitation, which in many regions take on the classic character of “normal thunderstorms”. The DWD speaks of rainfall amounts of up to 30 liters per square meter within a very short period of time - this is alarming and requires thorough caution to counter the dangers of lightning strikes and flooding. Those too Severe Weather Center constantly offers current information and forecasts in order to protect the population and to be able to prepare if the worst comes to the worst.

An unstable weather weekend

The coming days remain uncertain. After the intense rain on Monday, increasingly changeable weather conditions are forecast for Tuesday. In the afternoon, severe thunderstorms could develop in the mountains and in the south. The temperatures fluctuate between a pleasant 23 and 30 degrees. Wednesday seems to be turning towards the sun, provided an intermediate high can be successfully established. But until then, the risk of severe weather remains high, and careful vigilance is required to navigate safely through this stormy period.