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Storm attack on Heilbronn: thunderstorms and hail are threatening!
On May 31, 2025, the DWD warns of severe weather in the Hohenlohe district, including hail and squalls. Safety measures recommended.
Storm attack on Heilbronn: thunderstorms and hail are threatening!
Today, May 31, 2025, the first heat wave of the year begins in the Heilbronn and Hohenlohekreis region. Temperatures rise to up to 30 degrees Celsius, prompting many citizens to take advantage of outdoor recreational opportunities. Popular destinations are the Breitenauer See, the Öhringer outdoor pool and the Hofgarten. However, the German Weather Service (DWD) urges caution because severe thunderstorms are on the way and could soon interrupt summer activities.
The DWD has issued an official warning for the region warning of severe thunderstorms, heavy rain, hail and squalls. From Saturday evening, the storms will move into the country from the west, with the north of Baden-Württemberg particularly likely to be severely affected. Wind speeds of up to 80 km/h are possible and rainfall amounts could be up to 25 liters per square meter. Stimme.de reported that hail with grain sizes of up to 3 cm is also expected.
Dangers and measures
The DWD warning is valid until 8 p.m. for Heilbronn, although the thunderstorms can last until midnight at any time. Citizens are advised not to spend time outdoors, avoid bodies of water and secure detached objects. Significant dangers can arise from lightning strikes, falling branches and flooded streets. Drivers should expect disruptions and adapt their behavior accordingly.
In addition, the heat stress could pose serious health risks in the coming days. The German Weather Service regularly issues heat warnings for days on which heat exposure poses a health risk. These alerts take both daytime and nighttime exposure into account and address various criteria. heat warning system.de provides comprehensive information on how heat stress could develop in the coming days.
However, heat trend forecasts are not always precise and can vary, making it urgent to regularly check current warnings. Particularly sensitive people can suffer from the effects of heat even on days when there is no official warning. When planning activities, everyone should listen to their body and behave appropriately.
The complaints and severe weather warnings are of great importance both for people's safety and for orientation in road traffic. A timely reaction can help avoid danger and enjoy carefree summer hours both outdoors and in cozy surroundings. Heatwarnings.de provides useful information and an overview of the development of heat stress over time.