On May 6, 2026, Bavaria experienced severe thunderstorms that triggered numerous fire department deployments and led to minor flooding and fallen trees. The administrative districts of Upper and Lower Bavaria were particularly affected, where hailstones up to two centimeters in size fell, as well as regions around Munich, Mühldorf, and Altötting. The German Weather Service (DWD) explicitly warned of lightning strikes, floods, and falling objects, and strongly advised avoiding outdoor stays. The weather situation was not expected to calm down until Friday, May 8, after rain and isolated thunderstorms were still anticipated on Thursday.