Sturm Sabine: That means the danger levels, so you have to behave
Sturm Sabine is racing towards Switzerland. In Germany the storm has already reached a speed of over 100 km / h. On Monday, the wind strength is expected to reach speeds of up to 130 km / h. There have already been injuries in Germany and other European countries, various events and school lessons for Monday were canceled.
Switzerland also faces an increased risk on Monday. Meteo Switzerland has announced danger level four for large parts of the Swiss Confederation. Although this is “only” the second highest level of danger, you should still be careful.
We have put together an overview of how you should behave during and after the storm. Even if you probably already know it anyway – it can’t hurt to read it through,
Meaning of danger level 4
Classification: great danger
In the low and middle locations you have to have wind peaks from to 110 to 140 km / h expected. In locations over 1600 meters above sea level, the wind strength can 160 to 200 km / h to reach.
You can expect the following effects:
- Trees can fall.
- Damage to individual buildings and roofs.
- Obstruction / restriction of road, rail, water and air traffic.
- Abortion of firmly anchored large objects such as tents and scaffolding as well as mobile objects such as garden furniture.
- Power supply and / or telephone line failures.
Meaning of danger level 3
Classification: significant risk
In the low and middle locations you have to have wind peaks from to 90 to 110 km / h expected. In locations over 1600 meters above sea level, the wind strength can 130 to 160 km / h to reach.
You can expect the following effects:
- Tree branches can break off, trees can fall.
- Damage to individual roofs.
- Overturning slightly anchored, large-scale objects such as tents and scaffolding.
- Impairment of road, rail, water and air traffic.
- The operation of ski and chair lifts could be stopped.
This is how you should behave
Meteo Switzerland recommends to behave as follows during a storm or hurricane wind:
- Always watch the local weather development.
- The push notifications of the MeteoSwiss App note.
- Local residents of lakes: Heed the storm warning.
- Under no circumstances engage in any water activities or stay on the banks.
- Avoid forest edges, forests, exposed trees and groups of trees.
- Do not drive on tree avenues and forest tracks.
- Do not stay on roofs, buildings or ledges.
- Look ahead: Watch out for falling objects (roof tiles, branches, electrical cables, etc.).
- Do not repair damage to buildings or infrastructure during the storm. Be sure to wait until after the storm.
- Instructions from authorities must be followed unconditionally and in any case.
You have to do that after the storm
There may still be some things to do after the storm. It is important that you keep an eye on the local weather conditions for a while.
In addition, you should definitely check your house, apartment, balcony and garden for storm damage. If something is damaged, it is important that you report it to your insurance company immediately. If you do not notice any damage until weeks later, the insurance may not pay for it.
If there are trees around your house, check whether branches are broken or exposed and have them removed. You should also check the safety of construction sites.
