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Elbe River Storm Surge: Flood Warnings for Hamburg Harbor Through January 2
Hamburg, Germany
Reported 4 days ago(Jan 1, 2026, 2:19 PM)
High-risk flood event forecast for 02:35 Friday at Hamburg's St. Pauli gauge: Tides to reach +3.6-4.1m NHN (2m above mean high water). Immediate evacuation required for HafenCity, harbor areas, and all riverside properties below +5m elevation.
Analysis
Authorities have issued consecutive storm surge alerts for Hamburg's Elbe river area, predicting waters will peak between +3.6m and +4.1m above normal tide levels around 02:35 AM on January 2nd. The tidal surge poses significant flood risks to harbor infrastructure and riverside neighborhoods including Hafencity. Residents in low-lying areas should prepare for possible evacuations.
Latest updates
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- NINAOfficial
Bundesamt für Bevölkerungsschutz
Storm Surge Warning - Hamburg Elbe Area
Coastal flooding threat with tides 1.5-2m above normal. Potential impacts on Hamburg port areas until 02 Jan 03:20.
Issued 4 days ago(Jan 1, 2026, 1:24 PM) - NINAOfficial
Bundesamt für Bevölkerungsschutz
High Tidal Surge Alert - Hamburg Elbe
Storm surge peaking at 1.5-2m above mean high water around 02:35 AM on 02/01. Evacuate low-lying zones and secure assets in harbor areas.
Issued 4 days ago(Jan 1, 2026, 2:19 PM)