Storm chaos in Stendal: Fire brigades in continuous use!

Storm chaos in Stendal: Fire brigades in continuous use!

Stendal, Deutschland - violent storms kept the people in Saxony-Anhalt in suspense on Thursday and left a picture of devastation in Stendal. The German Weather Service had already published warnings of strong thunderstorms and storms in advance, which later turned out to be absolutely justified. The situation became particularly dramatic on a campsite when falced trees damaged several tents and caravans. The situation was also tense in the Altmark.

According to information from Tag24 reported the leading point over 280 inserts in Stendal and Salzwedel. Many trees had to be removed that had fallen on cars, gazebos and streets. The fire brigade was in constant use for hours, but the extent of the damage and possible injuries remained unclear.

extensive damage and traffic chaos

The damage was not only within the boundaries of the campsite. From uprooted trees to torn power lines, the destruction was enormous. Videos and pictures that circulate on social media illustrate the extent of the severe weather disaster. Fortunately, no injuries have so far been reported, but the emergency services were still in use to secure any damage.

The storm did not only have an impact on the country side. Deutsche Bahn reported considerable disorders on the express track between Hanover and Berlin, where overhead lines were damaged. An ICE from Berlin to Cologne had to be diverted, which led to massive delays and train failures. The Salzlandkreis was also one of the most affected areas; Here the fire brigade and emergency services reported numerous missions.

weather forecasts and outlook

The mdr reports that the thunderstorms are deducted on the first night and the temperatures drop to a pleasant 19 to 24 degrees. On Sundays, however, the meteorologists expect summer, hot and dry weather. The warnings of other storms could therefore keep us busy in the coming days.

The warning position is continuously updated how the weather portal Wetteronline . For all of Germany, even at the city and district level, warnings of thunderstorms, storms and rain are available in different stages to sensitize the population. Many now hope that the next weather runs will be more peaceful and that the clean -up work in Stendal can proceed quickly.