Thunderstorms, Heavy Rain Flood Bavarian Market Square

Greding, Germany – A sudden deluge overwhelmed parts of Bavaria on August 20, 2026, leaving the market square in Greding submerged under water. The town, situated in a low-lying area, experienced rapid flooding as approximately 40 liters of rain per square meter fell within a mere 20 minutes. Fire department officials noted that the dry ground absorbed little of the downpour, leading to significant runoff.

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Within 20 minutes, around 40 liters per square meter fell from the sky, and a lot of water accumulated.

Several basements in Greding filled with water, and even the nearby autobahn saw a brief period of inundation before the water receded. While Greding faced the brunt of the flooding, other Bavarian regions reported scattered damage. In Augsburg, a tree fell in a cemetery, though no injuries were reported.

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Because the ground is so dry, it couldn't absorb much water.

The German Weather Service had issued severe weather warnings for several administrative districts. Earlier in the week, a shooting festival in Kronach was partially evacuated due to the storms, with around 3,500 guests leaving the outdoor area. Police in Upper Franconia responded to multiple incidents involving fallen trees and weather-related accidents.

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Greding lies deep, which is why it easily floods here.