Overview

• The German Weather Service (DWD) has issued Warnstufe 2 alerts for heavy rain in northern Bavaria, forecasting up to 45 liters of rainfall per square meter and localized flooding.
• Severe thunderstorms with hail caused flooding in Upper Bavaria and Saxony-Anhalt, mobilizing over 200 emergency responders for cleanup operations.
• Meteorologists warn that experiencing summer-style storms in April signals shifting weather patterns and increased climate variability.
• From Friday, the high-pressure system 'Hoch Petra' will dominate, bringing several days of dry and sunny weather with temperatures reaching up to 21°C.
• The upcoming dry spell is expected to worsen existing soil moisture deficits, heightening concerns over drought and wildfire risks in many regions.