Germany Braces for Storms and Unseasonably Warm October Weather

Ex-Hurricane Kirk brings severe storms and heavy rain, while temperatures remain unusually high for mid-October.

The German Weather Service has issued warnings for severe storms, heavy rainfall, and hurricane-force winds in parts of Germany, particularly affecting the south and central regions.
Temperatures are expected to remain mild, with highs reaching up to 25°C in some areas, which is unusual for this time of year.
Baden-Württemberg, Rheinland-Pfalz, and Saarland are under the highest alert level for severe weather, with potential for localized flooding due to heavy rainfall.
In Saxony, authorities have issued storm warnings, with wind speeds expected to reach between 55 and 100 km/h, especially in higher elevations.
The stormy conditions are attributed to the remnants of Hurricane Kirk, which has transitioned into a storm system affecting large parts of Europe.