český hydrometeorologický ústav issues warning as Europe braces for record heat and severe storms

český hydrometeorologický ústav

Český hydrometeorologický ústav (CHMI) issued a warning as Europe braces for record heat and severe storms. The agency cautions that a heat wave is building across Central Europe and stretching toward western and southern regions, with daytime temperatures rising well above normal for the season. In many cities, heat indices could approach dangerous levels, especially where urban heat islands trap heat overnight. At the same time, meteorologists expect a sequence of strong thunderstorms to sweep across the continent, capable of damaging winds, large hail, and flash floods in susceptible areas.

Forecast details indicate the heat surge will unfold over the next two to three days, with the most intense conditions concentrated in busy metropolitan areas and low-lying plains. The heat is likely to be followed by a risk of convective storms that originate in the Alps and move east and north, bringing intense downpours and the potential for thunderstorm-related hazards from France and the Benelux countries through Central Europe and into parts of southern Scandinavia. Authorities warn that the dual threat of heat and storms can strain power grids, disrupt transportation, and impact vulnerable populations such as the elderly and those without access to cooling.

In response, CHMI and other European weather services are coordinating alerts, and national authorities have activated heat and storm warnings. Hospitals and emergency services prepare for increased demand, and local governments issue guidance on outdoor activity, hydration, and protective measures during extreme heat and storm events. Power and transport operators monitor infrastructure for strain and possible outages, while civil protection agencies advise residents to secure loose objects, avoid unnecessary travel during peak heat hours, and seek shelter from storms when advised.

Practical guidance for the public includes staying hydrated, limiting strenuous outdoor activity during peak heat, checking on neighbors and relatives who may be at risk, keeping homes cool with shade and ventilation, and having an emergency plan for storms. If a severe weather warning is issued, follow local authorities’ instructions, seek shelter away from windows, and avoid flooded areas after heavy rainfall. Forecasts will continue to be updated as models refine the timing and intensity of heat and storm events.

český hydrometeorologický ústav issues warning as Europe braces for record heat and severe storms

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