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A severe hailstorm has caused widespread damage in Germany and Poland, with reports of hailstones as large as tennis balls pummeling cars, homes and crops. In Germany, the southern state of Bavaria was particularly hard hit, with hailstones damaging roofs, windows and cars. Some areas also experienced flooding due to the heavy rain that accompanied the storm. In Poland, the cities of Warsaw and Krakow were also affected, with reports of hailstones the size of golf balls damaging buildings and vehicles. Local authorities reported numerous incidents of fallen trees and flooded roads, with emergency services working to clear the debris and restore normalcy. The hailstorm caused significant damage to crops, with farmers in both countries reporting losses of up to 100% in some areas. The hailstones damaged fruits, vegetables and cereal crops, leaving many farmers struggling to recover from the financial impact of the storm. The hailstorm comes amid a series of extreme weather events across Europe, including floods, heatwaves and wildfires. Climate scientists warn that such extreme weather events are likely to become more frequent and severe in the coming years due to climate change, highlighting the need for urgent action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate the impact of climate change.
