The Institute of Meteorology and Water Management (IMGW) issued third-degree warnings for Poland, signaling a serious threat associated with the coming storms, intense rainfall and a violent wind. The inhabitants of these areas should prepare for utmost weather conditions that may affect safety and regular operation.
Highest Threat Degree for Mazovia and Lublin
The 3rd degree warning, which is the highest level of weather alarm, is valid in the central part of the Mazowieckie Voivodeship, northern part of the Lubline Voivodeship and in the south of the Podlaskie Voivodeship. IMGW forecasts indicate that the storms will be accompanied by intense rainfall, which can lead to local subsoil, as well as strong winds reaching speeds up to 70 km/h. There is besides a hazard of hail which may origin additional damage.
Alert Duration: Where and erstwhile Will It Be Worst?
Grade III alerts apply in different counties for different hours. In central Poland, the threat is expected to proceed until 10:00, while in the east parts of the country – even until 3:00 p.m. It is worth constantly monitoring the weather situation and adapting its plans to rapidly changing conditions.
Warnings II and 1st Degree: Further Regions Under Lupa
IMGW besides issued second-degree warnings for the northern part of Mazovia and the central regions of the Podlaskie Voivodeship. In these areas, storms with severe rainfall are forecast, as well as a gustful wind reaching 70 km/h and the anticipation of hail precipitation. Second-degree informing is to apply until evening, which means the threat is real throughout the day.
A first-degree informing was issued for the districts of Tatra, Leski and Bieszczady. The inhabitants of these regions must face rainfalls of 30 mm, hot winds and local hailfalls. The alert in these areas will take effect from 2:00 p.m. and will proceed until evening.
Heat in South and east Poland
While central and east Poland is fighting storms, another parts of the country are heading for advanced temperatures. IMGW issued a second-degree heat informing for the confederate and east parts of the Lublin Voivodeship and the north-eastern Podkarpacie. Thermometers can show there from 29°C to 32°C during the day, and at night temperatures will fall only to 17-19°C.
Effects of Storms and Emergency Services Interventions
The impending storm front has already caused serious harm and many fire department interventions. Emergency services have intervened nearly 2.9 1000 times throughout the country. Most applications were received from Wielkopolska and Mazovia. In Warsaw, the fire department had to respond to nearly 1,000 events, mainly associated with flooding.
In the powiat pruszkowski, Grodzisk Mazowiecki and Minsk Mazowiecki, firefighters intervened more than 200 and 100 times respectively. The streets are flooded and traffic is hampered, which led the police to make an appeal to the residents of Warsaw – it is recommended to avoid moving cars and utilizing public transport. This aims to reduce the hazard of accidents and to facilitate emergency services.
How to defend Yourself From the Effects of utmost Weather?
In the face of impending storms and possible threats, any basic precautions should be taken:
- Stay Home: Avoid going outside during storms and violent rainfall.
- Avoid travel: If possible, quit driving – roads can be flooded or dangerous.
- Secure property: Make certain the windows and doors are tightly closed and loose objects outside have been secured.
- Monitor situation: Follow current weather messages and emergency services recommendations.
Taking these steps will aid minimize risks and guarantee your and your loved ones' safety.
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