Salzburg has been hit by a series of severe thunderstorms, causing widespread damage and prompting extensive emergency responses.

Over 1,000 firefighters were deployed to manage the chaos, particularly in the Pinzgau, Pongau, and Flachgau regions.

The storms led to over 236 emergency operations, with firefighters tackling flooded basements, fallen trees, and mudslides.

In some areas, roads were completely blocked, and power outages affected hundreds of households.

A lightning strike set a farmhouse ablaze, and a tragic incident saw a hunting dog killed by lightning.

The storms also caused a rare red sky phenomenon, attributed to the unique atmospheric conditions during the thunderstorms.

Cleanup efforts are ongoing as authorities work to restore normalcy.