Storm hits Slovenia, causing damage

A storm packing strong winds swept through parts of Slovenia on Tuesday afternoon, causing several incidents. The Administration for Protection and Rescue reported 14 weather-related events, with the Novo mesto region experiencing the most, totaling 11.

Other areas, including Celje and Slovenj Gradec, also reported weather-related disturbances. The strong winds toppled several trees, damaged the roofs of two buildings, and downed a power line. Stormwater also threatened some holiday structures. Nine volunteer fire units were deployed to manage the aftermath, with cleanup operations ongoing.

Reports of hail emerged from Dramlje and Pletovari shortly after the storm. Meteorologists had forecast the possibility of individual thunderstorms in northern and eastern Slovenia during the afternoon, driven by daytime heating and abundant atmospheric moisture. These storms were expected to bring localized heavy downpours, wind gusts, and small hail.

The probability of stronger thunderstorms was slightly higher in Koroška, Štajerska, and Podravje, and later in the evening in Dolenjska. Some more intense thunderstorms were not ruled out over Pomurje in the evening hours. The atmosphere was expected to have sufficient convective energy, creating favorable conditions for storm development, with most storms moving southeastward.