Thunderstorms expected

Turbulent Friday looms, second-highest warning

Hail can also be present, as recently in the Kufstein area, where these grains fell from the sky.(Bild: zoom.tirol)

Attention for all activities on Friday: GeoSphere Austria issues a thunderstorm warning (warning level "orange", level 3 of 4). According to forecasts, the main areas affected are the central area of Innsbruck and the Tyrolean lowlands. 

In some areas, large hail and heavy gales to gale-force gusts as well as heavy rain are possible. As early as Thursday evening, thunderstorms with severe weather conditions may occur throughout Tyrol. Locally, heavy squalls, large hail and heavy rain cannot be ruled out. However, the storms should not be as severe as on Friday.

Observe the weather in everyday life
"Possible dangers during thunderstorms are falling branches or falling trees. There is also an increased risk of accidents on the roads - for example due to strong crosswinds or aquaplaning and poor visibility. You should therefore keep a close eye on local weather developments and react accordingly," emphasizes Elmar Rizzoli, Head of the Tyrolean Centre for Crisis and Disaster Management, who also explains: "The thunderstorms can lead to local power outages, road closures or even delays and cancellations in public transport.

Recently, severe storms have put a strain on the emergency services, particularly in the south of Austria. Styria and Burgenland were particularly affected by heavy flooding.