Storm floods on the Baltic Sea: Current water levels and warnings for Kiel

Storm floods on the Baltic Sea: Current water levels and warnings for Kiel

Sturmfluten are a regular phenomenon on the Baltic Sea! Between July 2022 and June 2023, impressive five storm surges were registered, while seven storm situations were documented in the previous season! The Baltic Sea remains unpredictable, since low water phases, two in 2022/2023 and four in 2021/2022, also performed again and again. The most important levels around the Kiel Bay, Eckernförde, Rendsburg and Ostholstein are crucial for the residents and show the current state of affairs.

There is currently a warning: the Baltic Sea could suffer from floods! The different classes of storm floods are alarming: a “storm surge” is between 1.00 and 1.25 meters above the middle water level, while an “medium storm surge” reaches up to 1.50 meters! But that's not all-with a "heavy storm surge" we are already at 2.00 meters, and with a "very heavy storm surge", the values even exceed the 2-meter mark!

Current levels of the Baltic Sea in Schleswig-Holstein

In and around Kiel-Holtenau, the water levels were carefully monitored. The highest value that has ever been measured in this region was a breathtaking 797 centimeters - a record that has existed since 1872! The predictions are worrying and the flood center observes the location meticulously. The population must be prepared for it!

How is warned? Official bodies such as the flood center and local authorities are ready if the level should reach threatening heights. Warnings spread through radio, television, loudspeaker cars and even social media to inform and protect the citizens in good time. With a storm surge, it is of the utmost importance to be attentive and to put security in the first place!