Severe thunderstorms swept through several German states on Wednesday, causing widespread flooding and damage.

In Hesse, emergency services responded to dozens of calls, with Offenbach and Hanau particularly affected by overflowing manhole covers and flooded roads.

The A45 and A66 highways saw fallen trees blocking traffic.

In Bavaria's Aschaffenburg, firefighters tackled about 20 incidents of flooded cellars and streets.

Eastern Saxony reported around 85 weather-related emergencies, including a train collision with fallen trees near Bautzen.

In Rastatt, Baden-Württemberg, the deluge led to nearly 100 emergency calls, with police reporting hazardous driving conditions and trees falling onto vehicles.

The German Weather Service warns of more thunderstorms to come, especially in the eastern and southern regions.