Severe weather in Bavaria: Power masts collapse, roofs blown away

The severe weather hit Bavaria hard on Sunday. Power masts collapsed on the A3, while heavy rain and falling trees damaged houses. Fire departments are working around the clock in many places to secure roofs and clear debris.

The German Weather Service warns of showers and thunderstorms in several districts. The severe weather front is currently moving across the region, and meteorologists expect further rainfall in the coming hours. Regions where severe gusts have already torn off roofs are particularly affected.

Power outages and traffic disruptions

Power supply is interrupted in some areas. On the A3, the collapsed power masts caused significant traffic disruptions. In parallel, police in Bavaria have stepped up traffic controls on country roads following fatal accidents there – a control month is now intended to raise awareness of the dangers in bad weather.

The situation remains tense: Further thunderstorms are expected in the coming hours. Residents are urged to close windows and doors and stay away from windows. Authorities are asking the public to use emergency calls only for genuine emergencies, as rescue services are heavily strained.