In Baden-Württemberg, residents should prepare for more wet weather in the upcoming days with rain and thunderstorms.
CultureIs the continuous rain in Quierschied unstoppable? Following a disaster warning, Saarbrücken, the state capital, announced a severe emergency situation, with potential life-threatening floods.
CultureA fireman trudges through a flooded road, holding a child as the water rises to his waist. Trash cans and other waste drift on the surface of the water. Persistent rain has caused Quierschied to be declared a disaster area.
CultureThe persistent rainfall shows no signs of letting up. Meanwhile, flood waters are rapidly increasing, particularly in specific locations within the Fechingen district of Saarbrücken, leaving several streets virtually isolated from the rest of the world.
AutoPersistent downpours have caused several floods in Saarland, rendering certain routes impassable. The city freeway in Saarbrücken is anticipated to shut down at some point, while the flood diversion channel may be reopened.
German Federal StatesGermany's weather boasts thunderstorms and continuous rain, along with the occasional thunderstorm. What's on tap for Whitsun?
CultureKatinka, a low pressure system, traveled across Germany on Thursday, causing notable damage in Baden-Württemberg.
EconomySignificant action is underway at the Theater am Ring in Saarlouis's below-ground parking lot, which has been closed for over one year and requires renovation. The recent heavy downpours have caused the area to flood.
German Federal StatesExpect high temperatures reaching 28°C on May 1st, while the forecast predicts cooler and rainier conditions in Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland afterwards.
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