1 person has been reported dead in Hamburg following a tornado, triggered by violent storms, which swept through the northern part of Germany.
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1 killed as tornado sweeps through northern region of the country
The man was reportedly killed and his pregnant girlfriend hurt when flying debris hit their car.
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BBC reports that the man was killed and his pregnant girlfriend injured when flying debris hit their car.
Buetzow, near Rostock is reportedly badly damaged as cars were hurled 230ft off and roof tiles were blown off buildings, including the local hospital.
High winds, heavy rain and lightning have caused chaos across the region, as streets in the town centre were reportedly completely covered by red tiles blown from roofs and a hospital had to be partially evacuated when its roof was damaged in the storm.
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The town hall, a nursing home and a church are also said to have been badly hit.
According to report from German media, wind speeds of up to 119km/h were recorded in places, and officials say at least 30 people across the region have been hurt by flying debris.
Over 100 emergency personnel were at the scene helping with the clear up, and 2 gyms were being used as emergency shelters.
Forecasters say more rain, thunder and lightning are expected on Thursday, even as the storm followed a period of unusually warm weather across northern Germany.
In the meantime, travel across the region has been disrupted with fallen trees blocking roads and rail lines.
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