Storm sweeps Germany, causing damage, delays; 2nd in sight
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Meteorologists warn that Germany could see more extreme weather after a storm overnight toppled trees and caused widespread delays to rail and air traffic
BERLIN -- Meteorologists warned Thursday that Germany could see more extreme weather after a storm that swept across the country overnight toppled trees and caused widespread delays to rail and air traffic.
There were no immediate reports of injuries.
German rail company Deutsche Bahn said it halted long-distance connections in seven northern states early Thursday. National carrier Lufthansa and other airlines also canceled several flights due to Storm Ylenia.
Germany's North Rhine-Westphalia state closed schools as a precaution, and several other states said students could stay home if they wanted.
