Weather warning: Storm gusts up to 70 km/h in the Kusel district awaited!

Weather warning: Storm gusts up to 70 km/h in the Kusel district awaited!

On January 24, 2025, an official weather warning from the German Weather Service (DWD) is expected in the district of Kusel, Rhineland-Palatinate. According to the message published at 5:13 p.m., the warnings come into force from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. the following day. During this time, considerable wind gusts of up to 60 km/h (Beaufort 7) are forecast, especially at altitudes over 400 meters. In exposed areas, even gusts of wind with speeds of up to 70 km/h (Beaufort 8) are possible.

The current weather conditions show pleasant temperatures of 10 ° C for January 24, with a humidity of 77%. Current wind speeds are 24 km/h, and the UV index is 0. The upcoming wind events cause the population to secure loose objects and attach tents and covers to avoid possible damage. This weather warning carries the level yellow.

weather development and storm protection

The hourly weather data show that the temperatures gradually drop to about 8 ° C over the evening, with the probability of precipitation increasing in the evening and at night. At 9:00 p.m. a rainfall of 85% at 23 km/h wind is already recorded. The night hours promise increasingly windy conditions, with an increase in the wind to 18 km/h at 1:00 a.m.

In order to prepare for the upcoming weather conditions, it is recommended to pay more attention to safety, especially in wind -prone regions. The Beaufort scale, a recognized system for assessing wind strengths, classifies the wind into different categories. With wind speeds of 50 to 61 km/h, it is a stiff wind that can be made much more difficult.

Beaufort-scale in detail

The Beaufort scale ranges from 0 (windless) to 12 (hurricane). The scale is of crucial importance for the upcoming gusts of wind because it gives a clear idea of the expected wind. From a wind of 62 to 74 km/h (Beaufort 8), branches can already break from trees and walking outdoors becomes difficult. In extreme cases, from 118 km/h, one speaks of a hurricane that can bring serious devastation. This scale is used in conjunction with the wind speed measurements of the DWD, which are carried out in m/s or km/h.

In the Kusel region, the upcoming storm is a serious event that stimulates all residents for vigilance. The aim of the weather warnings aims to educate people about the dangers and to encourage them to proactive behavior.