Storm Hits Eastern Austria, Fire Crews Work Through the Night
Vienna’s fire brigade responded to about 70 incidents across the city, primarily to deal with fallen branches and uprooted trees.
Vienna Parks Closed Due to Strong Winds
With winds of up to 87 km/h, the closures include the Augarten, Burggarten and a section of Schönbrunn Palace park.
Austrian Floods: Travel Disruption and Latest Updates
While clean-up efforts have already begun in Vienna and Lower Austria, public transport in both regions remains disrupted due to flooding caused by severe storms over the weekend.
Vienna U-Bahn and ÖBB Services Remain Disrupted by Flooding on Monday
Passengers are advised to use unaffected lines for their journeys, as it remains unclear when normal services will resume.
Schoolchildren in Storm-Hit Areas Excused from School
This also applies to pupils unable to attend due to road closures or unsafe routes caused by storm damage.
Vienna and Lower Austria Prepare for Flooding as Heavy Rain and Storms Continue
Vienna faced steady rain and strong winds on Friday, with heavier downpours and storm gusts up to 90 km/h expected on Saturday, particularly in the west of the city.
Austria Faces Road Closures Due to Severe Rain and Snow
The Austrian motorway authority, Asfinag, stated that teams along the Tauern region, Brenner Motorway, and Arlberg Expressway are on standby, fully prepared with salt supplies and snowplows.
Heaviest Summer Rainfall in 152 Years Floods Northern Vienna
Some 110 litres of rain per square metre fell in the area, the highest summer figure in the 152-year history of recorded measurements.
Severe Weather Sparks Major Response in Lower Austria and Tyrol
The district of Hollabrunn was the hardest hit, with several roads closed and water levels rising up to a metre in some areas.
Severe Thunderstorm Causes Chaos in Tiroler Oberland
One of the most serious incidents occurred on the Mittenwald railway line, where a train carrying 40 passengers became stranded after a landslide blocked its path.
