Climate scenarios

Even more heavy rain instead of Salzburg’s “Schnürlregen

Flood 2023 in Mittersill: fields were flooded.(Bild: EXPA/ JFK)

When masses of water pelt Salzburg: just last weekend, countless fire departments were once again in constant action. Flood protection can barely keep up. Climate scenarios also show an increase in rainfall.

When it suddenly turns gloomy and pours down like buckets, worried glances are directed not only towards the sky, but also towards the future. Salzburg's fire departments were in constant action at the weekend when local thunderstorm cells caused damage from Annaberg to St. Johann. Is the impression deceptive or are ever greater masses of water coming from the sky?