Storm in Pankow: Massive storm damage - danger in green areas!

Storm in Pankow: Massive storm damage - danger in green areas!

Pankow, Berlin, Deutschland - On June 23, 2025, a violent storm occurred in Berlin-Pankow that left massive storm damage in the entire district. Trees were torn down, tree tops were damaged and loose branches represent an acute danger. This reported the

The district councilor Manuela Anders-Granitzki recalled the citizens of moving in the affected areas with extreme caution or avoiding them entirely. All available officials from the district office are already in use to examine the damage and initiate initial measures to remedy danger. However, it will probably take several days for the acute dangers of accident.

After the strong storm, the dangers are increasingly pointed out from different sides. According to a report of the Tagesspiegel there are particularly potential danger to visitors in the parks. In addition, the district office appeals to everyone, particularly vigilant while entering public green areas.

The highest priority is a priority for the security of the citizens. The necessary measures to secure the damaged trees and branches are currently carried out. The district councilor emphasizes that the safety of people is in the foreground and appeals to all pankower and visitors to avoid the endangered areas.

climate change and extreme weather events

The storm in Pankow is part of a larger trend that is caused by climate change. Tobias Fuchs from German Weather Service points out that extreme weather events could increase in the future. In a recently carried out project, it was examined how often and intensively such weather events occur. The data from 2001 to 2020 show that heavy rain events become more large and more intensive due to rising temperatures, which leads to increased total ratings and potentially higher damage.

The results of this project make it clear that the local topography and the degree of urbanization are crucial for the development of danger spots. Especially in heavily populated and sealed areas, accidents can occur due to heavy rain events. Therefore, comprehensive measures for population protection are urgently required.