Powerful storms and torrential rain swept across multiple regions of Germany on Wednesday and overnight, causing widespread damage. The storms were severe enough to rip walls from houses and, in one instance, impale a tree through the ceiling of a kitchen. Residents in one city reported experiencing a tornado, describing the event as a “pure horror.” Casualties have been confirmed, though specific numbers remain unreleased. The extreme weather event has led to significant disruption and emergency response efforts are underway. Authorities are assessing the full extent of the damage caused by the storms and subsequent flooding.