Germany Faces Dry Weather Challenges

Germany Faces Drought and Forest Fire Risks Amid Warm Spell

Germany is experiencing a spell of warm and dry weather, raising concerns about forest fires. In regions like southwest Germany, temperatures are reaching up to 26 degrees Celsius, while nighttime frosts are a possibility. The German Weather Service has classified the forest fire risk as high in Ortenaukreis and other areas. In Rheinland-Pfalz and Saarland, temperatures could climb to 27 degrees, remaining dry until the weekend despite some cloudiness. Similarly, Hessen expects warm temperatures with no rain forecasted in the near future. Berlin and Brandenburg are experiencing variable weather with a mix of sunshine and clouds. While temperatures range from 19 to 23 degrees, light rain is possible in the eastern region. Experts highlight the extreme dryness, particularly in the north and parts of Bavaria and East Germany. Brandenburg faces a high forest fire risk, prompting warnings against open fires and smoking. Although a slight cooling is expected from Thursday, the drought and fire hazards persist, underscoring the need for caution and adherence to fire bans.