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9/11/19 4:19 AM 9/11/19 4:17 AM The first message is also about the weather. But it affects the Germans favorite holiday island Mallorca, where the transition to autumn is usually considered one of the most beautiful seasons. At the moment it is extremely uncomfortable. Due to heavy thunderstorms and rains, the authorities have called the danger level IG-1. That means: Car rides should be particularly careful in view of the strong wind. Pedestrians are called to be too close to trees, in the Serra de Tramuntana, outdoor activities are expressly prohibited. It also warns against traversing flooded areas by car or on foot. The Balearic Government expects up to 50 liters of rain per square meter - in one hour. The wind is expected to reach around 80 km / h in gusts. Even now, boats have broken loose in different ports of Mallorca. In Mahón in Menorca the storm raged particularly violently at the beginning: here on Tuesday afternoon numerous roads were flooded. Tornadoes are said to have been sighted. Cati Caldera / EPA-EFE / Rex 9/11/19 4:03 AM 9/11/19 4:03 AM Good morning revered readers. I welcome you to the "Morning", the news blog from SPIEGEL. You should be happy about the friendly day today - because from the west pulls up a rain front again. Maybe autumn will come sooner than expected this year. , , But first to the news from all over the world. Show more Ticker Liveblog Software