Over 70 fire brigade operations were conducted in Berlin and Brandenburg due to mild storms that swept across the region. Despite the storms, initial findings suggest that there was no major damage caused. However, there were some disruptions in local and long-distance traffic.
The storm, which occurred during the night from Thursday to Friday, brought heavy showers, thunderstorms, heavy rain, squalls, and isolated hail to certain areas. Fortunately, the fire brigade reported no significant damage. The German Weather Service has lifted its severe weather warning, but heavy rain is still expected on Friday. A heavy rain warning from the German Weather Service applies to some areas in eastern Brandenburg.
In Berlin, the fire brigade responded to 36 weather-related operations. According to the fire department spokesman, Thomas Kirstein, there were no reported injuries. The emergency services were called to a roof fire in the Kaulsdorf district, which was likely caused by lightning. Additionally, heavy rain caused flooding on the Freybrücke in the Wilhelmstadt district, leading to the closure of the highway. The fire brigade remained on duty on Friday morning.
In Gesundbrunnen, 36 apartments had to be evacuated due to leaking roofs and a lack of electricity. Two apartments were severely damaged by water and deemed uninhabitable. The property management will arrange for alternative accommodations, and the building inspector was consulted.
In Brandenburg, the fire brigade reported 35 weather-related operations in Potsdam and the districts of Havelland, Prignitz, and Ostprignitz-Ruppin. In Potsdam-Mittelmark, Teltow-Fläming, and Brandenburg/Havel, 42 weather-related operations were recorded, mostly involving fallen trees and flooded streets. In Lusatia, the Elbe-Elster district, and around Cottbus, the fire brigade was deployed approximately 30 times due to the storm. Overall, the situation in Brandenburg was relatively calm, with fewer incidents than expected.
Rail traffic was significantly affected by the storm. The Berlin-Hamburg route remained closed on Friday morning, with trains being diverted via Stendal, resulting in an additional hour of travel time. Passengers using the Berlin S-Bahn routes also experienced restrictions in the Lichtenberg area on lines S 5, S 7, and S 75. Some flights at BER Airport were canceled, and arriving planes were diverted to Vienna, Copenhagen, or Szczecin.
The storm and its aftermath continue to be monitored closely, and updates will be provided as necessary.Over 70 fire brigade operations were carried out in Berlin and Brandenburg due to mild storms that swept across the region. Despite the storms, initial findings suggest that there was no major damage caused. However, there were some disruptions in local and long-distance traffic.
The storm, which occurred during the night from Thursday to Friday, brought heavy showers, thunderstorms, heavy rain, squalls, and isolated hail to some areas. Fortunately, the fire brigade reported no significant damage. The German Weather Service has lifted its severe weather warning, but heavy rain is still expected on Friday. A heavy rain warning from the German Weather Service applies to certain areas in eastern Brandenburg.
In Berlin, the fire brigade responded to 36 weather-related operations. According to the fire department spokesman, Thomas Kirstein, there were no reported injuries. The emergency services were called to a roof fire in the Kaulsdorf district, which was likely caused by lightning. Additionally, heavy rain caused flooding on the Freybrücke in the Wilhelmstadt district, leading to the temporary closure of the highway. The fire brigade remained on duty on Friday morning.
In Gesundbrunnen, 36 apartments had to be evacuated due to a leaking roof and lack of electricity. Two apartments were severely damaged by water and deemed uninhabitable. The property management will arrange for alternative accommodations, and the building inspector was consulted.
In Brandenburg, the fire brigade reported 35 weather-related operations in Potsdam and the districts of Havelland, Prignitz, and Ostprignitz-Ruppin. In Potsdam-Mittelmark, Teltow-Fläming, and Brandenburg/Havel, 42 weather-related operations were recorded, mostly involving fallen trees and flooded streets. In Lusatia, the Elbe-Elster district, and around Cottbus, the fire brigade was deployed approximately 30 times due to the storm. Overall, the situation in Brandenburg was not as severe as expected, with only a few incidents reported.
The storm also had consequences for rail traffic, particularly on the Berlin-Hamburg route, which remained closed on Friday morning. Trains were diverted via Stendal, resulting in an additional hour of travel time. Passengers using the Berlin S-Bahn routes also experienced restrictions in the Lichtenberg area on lines S 5, S 7, and S 75. Some flights at BER Airport were canceled, and arriving planes were diverted to other airports such as Vienna, Copenhagen, or Szczecin.
The storm and its aftermath continue to be monitored, and updates will be provided as necessary.
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In Berlin, the fire brigade responded to 36 weather-related incidents. According to fire department spokesman Thomas Kirstein, there were no injuries reported. One incident involved a roof fire in the Kaulsdorf district, likely caused by lightning. Heavy rain also led to flooding on the Freybrücke in the Wilhelmstadt district, resulting in the closure of a highway. The fire brigade remained on duty throughout Friday morning.
In Gesundbrunnen, 36 apartments had to be evacuated due to leaking roofs and a lack of electricity. Two apartments were severely damaged by water and deemed uninhabitable. Alternative accommodations are being arranged by the property management, and the building inspector was consulted.
In Brandenburg, the fire brigade reported 35 weather-related incidents in Potsdam and the districts of Havelland, Prignitz, and Ostprignitz-Ruppin. In Potsdam-Mittelmark, Teltow-Fläming, and Brandenburg/Havel, there were 42 weather-related incidents, mostly involving fallen trees and flooded streets. In Lusatia, the Elbe-Elster district, and around Cottbus, the fire brigade was deployed approximately 30 times due to the storm. Overall, the situation in Brandenburg was relatively calm, with fewer incidents than anticipated.
Rail traffic was significantly impacted by the storm. The Berlin-Hamburg route remained closed on Friday morning, with trains rerouted through Stendal, resulting in an additional hour of travel time. Passengers using certain Berlin S-Bahn lines experienced restrictions in the Lichtenberg area. Some flights at BER Airport were canceled, with incoming flights diverted to Vienna, Copenhagen, or Szczecin.
The storm and its aftermath are being closely monitored, with updates to be provided as necessary.
