At 21:29, the Danube and Inn rivers peak in Passau, reaching their highest points.
In Passau, Germany, the confluence of the rivers Danube and Inn occurs, where the water levels have slightly declined, as reported by the city. The Danube has exceeded the predicted peak of 10 meters. The water level is around 9.70 meters at night, according to the Flood Information Service (HND). Normal water levels here are approximately 5.5 meters. The gauge level on the Inn has decreased from about 7 meters to almost 6.70 meters. It's anticipated that the gauges will continue to drop over the next few hours. However, the decrease in the Danube gauge will be slower. City officials are urging people to avoid entering flooded areas, as the entire flooded region, particularly the old and inner city, should be avoided. The city is currently working on structures for the cleanup work, which could begin as early as Friday.
In Passau, the rivers Danube, Inn, and Ilz meet.
In Munich, despite multiple warnings due to increased water levels, surfers are surfing in the flooded Isar. This news is spreading through X (formerly Twitter) and shared videos of the surfers. According to the Bavarian Flood Information Service, the water level of the river currently stands at 308 cm above the zero point of the gauge.
Augsburg is creating a record of its recent flood days. Since last Saturday, the fire department here has received a total of 356 calls, primarily for flooded cellars, garages, and roads. Damage to sewers, dikes, and roads can only be determined once the flood situation has completely subsided. In a press release, Mayor Eva Weber appreciates the efforts of the emergency services, "they have done an impressive job here." However, long-term measures are needed to prevent such flood consequences. Only when both short-term and long-term measures work together will we be able to deal with these challenges of climate change effectively.
After the Landkreis Rosenheim, the district of Neu-Ulm in Swabia has lifted the disaster status. "We have had a strenuous time," said District Administrator Eva Treu in the evening. "I am happy that we can now lift the disaster status again and have fared relatively well - especially compared to the neighboring districts." In the district, more than 350 people had to be evacuated, including refugees from the first reception center in Nersingen, patients and patients from the foundation clinic in Weißenhorn, and the Römervilla in Neu-Ulm. The cleanup and damage repair work will still take some time. "We're also thinking of the other districts that are still fighting the flood," says Treu.
Harbors on Lake Constance are facing challenges from driftwood resulting from the flood disaster. The consequences of the flood disaster also impact the harbors on Lake Constance. With the water masses, a large amount of driftwood is washed ashore. Brown like a carpet, branches and entire trunks float on the surface of the water. This poses a particular challenge for the harbors. In Kressbronn (Bodenseekreis), employees of a yacht harbor have laid out oil booms to prevent the wood from entering the harbor basin. Although there is experience managing large amounts of driftwood, as the harbor team explains, this time the quantity of washed-up wood is significantly higher.
While the water levels in Regensburg's Donau are receding slightly, albeit at a high level, the Donau water levels in Kelheim (Lower Bavaria) continue to rise slowly. The district administration expects the final high water pinnacle to be reached on Wednesday. The water level in Neustadt is also rising further. They're not anticipating significant further increases in the coming days on the Abens water level. The water levels in Mainburg and Abensberg have dropped below the Level 1 warning stage.
The Rems-Murr-District has lifted the so-called disaster alert. The high-water situation in the district has improved, according to the administration. With the preliminary stage of the disaster alert, the deployment of helpers and helpers of the disaster control is ensured. The retention basins are now being emptied slowly and monitored.
In Lauffen am Neckar (District of Heilbronn), a mixture of feces, oil, medication residues and other dirt is flooding the inner city, fields, and a playground. The sludge layer comes from the sewage system. Sewage treatment plant and sewage system are completely overloaded due to the extreme high water situation.
5:28 pm: Austria closes Donau for shipping
The entire stretch of the Donau in Austria is closed for ships due to the state waterway authority "via donau". This agency states that safety is not guaranteed when a certain water level is reached. The duration of this measure depends on the downpour and the water levels of the tributaries. The Donau flows for 350 kilometers through Austria, from the Bavarian border town of Passau to the main and border city of Bratislava in Slovakia. Some cruise ships need to dock in Linz, where the Donau overflows the banks. There are also traffic restrictions. In Schärding, located on the Donau tributary Inn, the flood protection is being increased to prevent major flooding.
4:04 pm: Police rescue woman from tree after 52 hours
In the Bavarian region flooded with rain, a 32-year-old woman has been stranded in a tree for over 52 hours. She was found in the area of Swabian Neu-Ulm near Silberwald using a drone and rescued by a helicopter, according to the Kempten police. She was missing since Sunday.
3:55 pm: "We'll have a bit more tension" expected in Regensburg
The mayor of Regensburg describes the city's flood situation as tense. "We still have a bit more tension, real worry, that our flood protection measures will hold for a couple more days," says Gertrud Maltz-Schwarzfischer in a visit by Bavaria's Prime Minister Markus Söder to the Upper Palatinate. The grounds on the Donauinseln are "really wet," "wet, swampy," "like gelatin," she says. "So the situation is still tense." The Donau's water level remains high, but hasn't decreased. Söder says that Regensburg is "prepared, experienced, professional" in flood protection. However, the groundwater is now pushing against the anchors of the facilities, making them "shaky."
3:31 pm: Grimma builds a giant concrete wall against the flood
In Grimma, where the city was historically flooded in 2002, safety measures are being taken to prevent another disaster. One of these measures includes a concrete wall that reaches deep underground.
3:17 pm: Easing of Rhine flood situation
In Rhineland-Palatinate, the flood situation on the Rhine has become less serious. At the Middle Rhine and various gauges on the Upper Rhine, water levels are still rising, per the Rhineland-Palatinate High Water Forecasting Center. The water levels are expected to reach their maximums on Tuesday and Wednesday. After that, the water level on the Upper Rhine is expected to fall until at least Sunday and on the Middle Rhine until the weekend. At the Maxau gauge, the water level is expected to rise further until Wednesday morning. In Mannheim, it is expected to drop again. At the Worms gauge, the peak level has already been reached, while in Mainz, it is expected to hit its maximum on Tuesday evening or night. At the Kaub gauge, the peak level is anticipated on Wednesday night. In Koblenz, the flood protection is still in place. The Mosel gauge has decreased slightly. The forecasting center anticipates a high of 570 to 590 centimeters at the Koblenz gauge, which is slightly below the two-year average.
3:00 pm: Donau in Passau drops below ten-meter mark again
After the Donau gauge in Passau reached ten meters according to the Flood Information Service (HND) at noon, it is now falling again. It is currently 9.93 meters. Earlier, the city had declared a disaster situation due to the anticipated worsening of the flood situation, along with several other districts. This declaration allows for more efficient rescue operations to be conducted.
2:52 pm: Heavy rainfall: Flood warning in southern Poland
Heavy rain in Poland has led to several parts of the city of Bielsko-Biala in Silesia being submerged. The mayor has issued a flood warning, reports the news agency PAP. The fire department has conducted over 700 interventions since morning. Many cellars and plots of land are flooded. The water is blocking two tracks of the local railway station, trains have been diverted, and some have been canceled entirely. The city's archive and bus depot for the municipal transport company are also flooded. Videos uploaded onto "Onet.pl" show streets, traffic circles, and a bridge being submerged. The river's water levels are currently rising, with a crisis center for the regional administration warning of the flood threat at five locations. Meteorologists predict more heavy rainfall for the remainder of the day.
In the flood-stricken areas of Bavaria, several individuals have gone missing. A spokesperson from the Interior Ministry in Munich details that the number of missing persons has fluctuated from seven in the morning, to five, and then six in the afternoon. Bavaria's Prime Minister Markus Söder (CSU) earlier stated that a grand total of seven people could be counted among the missing persons within the state. The spokesperson stresses the evolving nature of the situation, mentioning that it has been hard to pinpoint an exact number of missing individuals due to the fact that several people may have reported themselves to the authorities on-site but still have not been officially registered. Additionally, there is one firefighter missing from the Swabia region. He was with a group of other emergency workers in Offingen and was in a boat that capsized. All other individuals in the boat were able to save themselves.
At 14:45, Markus Söder evaluates the flood situation in Bavaria as "serious and critical." He speaks after a cabinet meeting in Munich, stating that the city of Regensburg and Passau are bracing themselves for the highest levels of the Danube. Söder reassures that the government is maintaining a strong focus on the ongoing challenge. Over the past few days, more than 60,000 people have been involved in the flood response in Bavaria with more than 6,600 evacuations having taken place. The cabinet held a minute of silence for the three confirmed deaths caused by the floods. Söder also highlights the possibility of up to seven missing persons, adding that the number could still increase.
Minister President Winfried Kretschmann of Baden-Württemberg says that his state is well-prepared for the flooding occurring within certain parts of the area as a result of the rainy weather. "We've been prepared for a long time and have been active for a long time," he remarks to a group of reporters in Stuttgart. He emphasizes that their response is consistent and there's no sudden reaction, as they have already been reacting for a long time. The politician reiterates his call for a general natural disaster insurance, arguing that it's impossible to prevent such occurrences. State Minister of Justice Marco Buschmann, however, remains against the idea. Baden-Württemberg's Environment Minister, Thekla Walker, stresses the importance of regularly inspecting existing protective measures to ensure their functionality. "We have to stay on top of it," she affirms. Two fatalities have been reported in Baden-Württemberg. The German Insurance Association expresses its dissent regarding implementing flood insurance.
The city of Passau in Lower Bavaria declares a state of disaster due to the rapidly evolving flood situation. At 13:30 p.m., the water level of the Danube reaches ten meters, according to the Flood Information Service (HND). The Inn's peak is also expected to be reaching Passau. Heavy rains on Monday have led the city to expect a water level surpassing seven meters on the Inn. As a result, several streets and squares have been closed, an announcement has been made to cancel school lessons, and bus traffic has been affected. Road connections to the historic town center have been completely cut off. The city urges all citizens to avoid the flooded zone entirely.
A young woman in a bathing suit was observed going swimming in the flood in the Lower Bavarian town of Deggendorf. This took place in a flooded pedestrian underpass during a monitoring mission by the fire brigade on Monday evening. Additionally, a spokesperson from Deggendorf shares that individuals have been ignoring barricades and are trying to take selfies, which is now a typical occurrence. City Fire Inspector Tim Rothenwöhrer notes that this is a new case he hasn't come across previously. Deggendorf's swimming season is set to begin on Thursday.
At 13:13, the city of Deggendorf issues a plea to its citizens, reminding them to respect the bathing ban in flooded zones and maintain perseverance.
German insurers are bracing for substantial losses due to the floods in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg according to Jörg Asmussen, managing director of the German Insurance Association (GDV). Asmussen states, "The situation from Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg looks really bad. Our companies are already receiving numerous reports of damage." Estimates for the financial toll of the floods are still uncertain, as professional opinions can only be given after the water levels have subsided.
The GDV estimates that the previous flood in Saarland cost insurers approximately 200 million euros. The extent of the damage from the flooding in South Bavaria and Lake Constance heavily depends on the number of houses insured against natural disasters. In Bavaria, 47% of the housing stock is insured, but in Baden-Württemberg, this number is as high as 94%. Insurance companies previously offered compulsory cover for floods until 1994, and Asmussen opposes any political efforts to reintroduce it. "This wasn't a private sector solution," he says. "And the premiums didn't reflect the actual risk."
Instead, he emphasizes the importance of flood protection measures that include building restrictions in endangered regions and stronger dikes. "Only once these measures are put in place can we break the cycle of rising damages and higher premiums," states Asmussen.
Bavarian Minister President Markus Söder announced that his government will provide at least 100 million euros in aid for victims of the floods in Bavaria. This assistance will be available to both private homes and commercial properties, self-employed individuals, and farmers. "Bavaria helps, quickly and bureaucratically," pledged Söder at a cabinet meeting in Munich.
The Donau River in Passau is currently at 9.95 meters, which is just below the 10-meter mark. This is slightly higher than the 9.50 meters that experts previously predicted. Once the water level reaches 8.50 meters, floods will engulf built-up areas. The water level reached this mark in Passau during the late afternoon.
Despite the flood relief package announced by the Bavarian government, the weather service cautions that there are no more severe rainstorms expected in the previously flooded regions. "It will remain dry in the affected areas for the next few days," explains DWD meteorologist Robert Hausen. While some showers and thunderstorms are predicted, they will likely not be significant. "Temperatures will stay below 20°C in the north and northwest, which is normal for the season," adds Hausen. In contrast, the rest of the country can anticipate temperatures between 21° and 26°C.
For now, the flood situation in Bavaria is tense, largely due to high water levels at the Danube. However, Chief Engineer of the Bavarian Flood Warning Service, Dr. Horst Hupfer, states that the situation is easing up, as the water levels at the Danube's tributaries are expected to decrease drastically in the coming days. "The flood situation is still critical," says Hupfer, "and the situation on the Danube will last until Wednesday at least."
In response to the flood tragedy, Söder has urged the federal government to fulfill its promises and provide financial support to the affected areas. Households are eligible to receive up to 5,000 euros in immediate aid. However, insurance payments must be subtracted from this amount. In extreme cases where there could be a serious threat to life, households might receive up to 100% assistance. Companies and businesses may receive aid ranging from 5,000 to 200,000 euros if the damage is repairable. Otherwise, the amount would be reduced based on insurance payments.
Meanwhile, Asmussen reiterates the need for better flood protection measures, including building bans in high-risk locations and better-constructed dikes. This, he maintains, will prevent further damage and help manage soaring premiums. "Insurance alone won’t solve the problem," declares the GDV managing director. "Flood protection is essential and must be implemented without delay."
Söder commended the police for the fifth death due to flooding. The impact on the region is momentous. Various other regions are also preparing measures to confront potential flood damage. Currently, it is difficult to predict the scale of the damage that will result from the ongoing floods. Once the water levels have stabilized, Asmussen promises to re-evaluate the situation and issue a more accurate estimate.
Five people are now known to have perished in the floods that have ravaged Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, as the police confirm. A woman's lifeless body was discovered in Markt Rettenbach, Bavaria, after she drove into a flooded area and was swept into the water. A medical professional confirmed her death. The woman was driving on a submerged Bavarian road in her car, disregarding a barrier. Her vehicle spun sideways off the road, entering a wet meadow. The water level was so high that her car was instantly submerged in water. She had contacted the emergency services on her cell phone beforehand, alerting them to her predicament. An employee of the water management unit later discovered the car, almost completely submerged underwater, according to the police. The investigators suspect this was a "tragic accident." There had previously been four reported deaths from the floods.
11:03 The Autobahn 9, which suffered damage from a dam burst in Upper Bavaria, is now open in both directions. The traffic control established on Monday, which restricted travel on the Munich-bound route, has been dismantled this morning. As a result, all lanes can be used freely between Ingolstadt-South and Langenbruck. The first restrictions were only imposed on 300 vehicles, before the road was fully closed for a duration. Other roads in the region, including the B16 between Manching and Ernsgaden, remain flooded shut.
10:40 The Middle and Upper Rhine is closed to shipping due to the massive flooding. "Shipping has come to a standstill on the Middle and Upper Rhine," states a representative of the German Rhine Waterway and Shipping Authority (WSA) to Reuters news agency. At the start of the week, sections of the Upper Rhine alone were affected in locations such as Maxau, Mannheim, and Worms. Now, with Mainz and Bingen, parts of the Middle Rhine are also submerged. "Many ships have taken refuge at the berths or are in ports," says the WSA spokesperson. "They are awaiting the water levels at the gauges to decrease." The peak of the flooding may still be reached later in the day or night. Bingen could potentially be navigable again on Thursday. "This indicates several days of standing water traffic." The closures are aimed at safeguarding the banks from damage caused by the ship traffic. The boats stir up waves that can surmount the banks and flood basements, for instance.
10:20 Further train delays persist on several rail lines in South Germany. Due to the ever-changing flood situation in sections of Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria, Deutsche Bahn can't yet resume some lines for both local and long-distance travel. Four lines experience train delays, the rail service announce. Culprits are the sections between Stuttgart-Ulm-Augsburg-Munich on the Stuttgart-Ulm-Augsburg-Munich line, the section between Donauwoerth and Augsburg on the Nuremberg-Donauwoerth-Augsburg-Munich line, the section between Buchloe and Memmingen on the Munich-Memmingen-Lindau line, and the entire Ulm-Memmingen-Kempten line. In short, Munich cannot be reached from the west and north. Nevertheless, the authorities advise against train journeys to South Germany. Certain delays impact other lines as well: Munich-Nuremberg-Erfurt-Berlin, Karlsruhe-Stuttgart-Ulm, Augsburg-Munich, Stuttgart-Mannheim-Frankfurt(M), Munich-Lindau-Bregenz-Zurich, Karlsruhe-Stuttgart-Crailsheim-Nuremberg, Augsburg-Kempten(Allgaeu)-Oberstdorf, and Nuremberg-Wuerzburg.
10:06 The search for a missing firefighter in Swabia continues on land and in the air, the police declare. Rescue teams avoid seeking out the floodwaters as they are excessively turbulent, making it hazardous for the rescue squads to search from the water. Prior to this, the 22-year-old had been reported missing during the floods. The rescue teams fear he might have drowned. If confirmed, he would be the fifth victim of the floods in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg (for more information, see also 09:38 am and 06:22 am).
09:38: Police Correct Statement: Hunt for MIssing Firefighter Continues
The search for a missing firefighter in a region of Swabia, where he vanished during the flooding, is still happening. Police have clarified their earlier statement about halting the search (look at the entry from 06:22 am). It's believed that the 22-year-old may have drowned, a police spokesperson previously remarked. The young man had been riding in an Offingen DLRG life-saving service boat near the border with Baden-Württemberg during the night from Sunday to Monday. The boat, with five rescue team members, tipped over in strong currents. Fortunately, four rescue team members aged 24 to 70 managed to reach solid ground unscathed.
08:45: Don't Watch, Stay Informed, Says Regensburg Mayor
Regensburg's mayor, Gertrud Maltz-Schwarzfischer, advises against flood tourism in the currently flooded city. "There are plenty of tourists here, and now even locals are leaving their homes. Please don't go there to look around," she says in a Bavarian radio chat. Most importantly, visitors should avoid approaching the jetties since helpers might be working there. In Bavaria's fourth-largest city, situtation was tense all night, according to the mayor. The high groundwater and unstable subsoil poses a threat to evacuation plans. The peak of the flood has arrived, and she hopes the water levels will gradually decrease. Predicting whether dikes and safety barriers will hold in the face of this danger is challenging, admits the mayor. "We're dealing with a situation that's different from, for instance, 2013 because the groundwater is so high and the subsoil becomes increasingly unstable. Meanwhile, the pressure on the dikes due to a changing subsoil is critical."
08:25: Passau Anxious - "Danube Water Level Already at 9.54 Meters"
The situation in Passau, Lower Bavaria, has escalated rapidly. The city anticipated the flood peak with a water level of 9.50 meters in the afternoon - currently, the level has already surpassed it, as per ntv reporter Felix Balß.
07:48: Bavaria Fire Association: An Unprecedented Call-Out
Bavarian fire departments are being summoned like never before, according to a statement by the Bavarian Fire Brigade Association's Chief Executive, Johann Eitzenberger. "This exceeds anything we've seen before in terms of scope and intensity" Thus, they're taking all necessary actions to avoid and mitigate damage. The situation is controlled, although they're never sure what will happen next. "We'll need specialized skills as well, like cleaning up oil from heating tanks," says Eitzenberger.
07:28: The Danube Slams Against Dams and Extra Barriers
The Danube River, now carrying massive water volumes, is pressing against dams and extra barriers in southern Germany. Some of the dikes are threatening to collapse. The entire city center of Passau is under water now, and access to it has been cut off.
06:55: Castle's Ruins Slide Away - Residents Evacuated
Part of the Burg Falkenstein in Upper Bavaria has crumbled due to continuous rain. Fifty residents had to be evacuated near Rosenheim. The Burg Falkenstein near the Autobahn's border with Austria is known for its vistas. Built around 1300, the main castle Falkenstein was expanded in the 16th and 17th centuries, but it was destroyed by fires at the end of the 18th century. The vast complex also includes the Roman Peterskirche and the neighboring Mesner House. The extent of the damage to this ruin is unknown.
06:22: Volunteers No Longer Hunting for Missing Firefighter
The search for a firefighter missing during the flood in Swabia isn't being actively pushed anymore. The 22-year-old is likely to have drowned, per a police spokesperson. Once the water recedes, he might be found. This firefighter was on his way to DLRG water rescue boat in Offingen near the border with Baden-Württemberg during the night from Sunday to Monday. However, the boat capsized due to powerful currents. Luckily, four firefighters aged between 24 and 70 managed to reach solid ground without injury.
(Note: Police later retracted their claim that the search for the missing firefighter would end. See the 09:38 am entry.))
06:03 "Century-Rains" Pummel Southern GermanyAt several places in southern Germany, an astounding amount of rain has flooded the area in the last few days, every 50 to 100 years worth. Meteorologist Thomas Deutschländer from the German Weather Service describes this as "century rains." He clarifies that it's noteworthy but not incredibly uncommon. "It's still preliminary, we need to double-check the data," Deutschländer says with caution. He mentions the possibility that records could be erroneous, with certain stations failing or measurements being too low. "We usually expect more, the current data appears conservative."
05:33 Danube in Passau Breaks Nine-Meter MarkThe Danube in Passau skyrocketed to a nine-meter water level over the course of the night. The Flood Warning Service (HND) informs us that as of 3 am, the measurement is 9.27 meters. According to HND forecasts, the peak will occur on Tuesday afternoon at 9.50 meters. On Monday evening, according to HND, the reading was 8.83 meters. Due to the current high waters, Passau's old town was shut down to traffic on Monday. The HND frequently closes beaches when a reading surpasses 8.50 meters. This mark was reached on Monday late in the afternoon.
04:07 Regensburg Evacuates 200 in City CenterThe city center of Regensburg needs to be evacuated as the flood situation worsens. "The groundwater levels in Werftstraße are increasingly high, and the flood protection elements may soon no longer hold. Thus, the disaster control has decided to evacuate the entire street," the city warns on its website.
02:47 Rosenheim District Revises Flood StatusThe flood situation in southern Rosenheim District slightly eases up, according to the district. The schools and kindergartens in the affected areas will likely remain closed on Tuesday. Raubling and Rohrdorf were hit by evacuations, but it's unclear how many residents were affected. The district had previously declared a disaster. Approximately 1000 emergency workers from the fire department and the Technical Relief Organization are at the scene, the district adds. The German Weather Service forecasts rainfall in Bavaria to ease out by night.
01:28 German Weather Service Cancels Weather WarningsGermany's Weather Service (DWD) has taken down all weather warning messages in the midst of the flood crisis in southern Germany. This comes from the DWD. The heavy rain of the past couple of days caused the water levels of numerous rivers and streams to rise significantly, especially in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg. Numerous villages were inundated, even though some dams had broken. So far, at least four lives have been lost due to the floods. The situation remained alarming in parts of Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg on Monday.
00:12 Southwest Drops Water Levels, Except for Major RiversWater levels are falling on most rivers and watercourses in the southwest. However, large rivers like the Danube and the Rhine are continuing to rise, as reported by the flood forecasting center. The spokeswoman assures us that no more critical values will be breached. The water level at the Danube in Hundersingen, Sigmaringen District, as well as at Lake Constance, Lake High Rhine, and the Upper Rhine, is still on the rise. At Pegel Maxau near Karlsruhe, the high reached 8.29 meters on Sunday will not be surpassed again. The Neckar is dropping.
22:53 Rosenheim District: Stay Home for SafetyRosenheim District in Upper Bavaria urges residents to remain at home due to the impending flood. "The residents' lives are at risk," warns the authority. Citizens are advised to avoid going out, steer clear of open waterways, and keep a distance from emergency responders tasked with rescue operations. On Tuesday, schools throughout multiple municipalities will be closed: Brannenburg, Raubling, Rohrdorf, Oberaudorf, Nussdorf, Neubeuern, Kiefersfelden, and Flintsbach. The State Education Authority in Rosenheim will notify the affected schools. Kindergartens in these towns should remain shuttered too.
21:47 Rosenheim District: Burg Falkenstein Parts CollapseBurg Falkenstein in Flintsbach, Rosenheim District, suffered damage due to heavy rainfall. The Landratsamt Rosenheim confirms it. In the wake of the disintegration, 50 residents must be evacuated.
21:08 Wesel's Large Camping Site Needs Evacuation by the RiverWithin the next 24 hours, Wesel's largest camping site in North Rhine-Westphalia must be cleared up due to the flood situation. This news comes from Grav-Insel's operators. The rising water levels in the vicinity of rivers and lakes compel Grav-Insel to take action. Grav-Insel is Germany's largest site, sheltering 5,000 permanent campers.
20:53 Streets to be evacuated: Regensburg's WerftstraßeIn Regensburg, the Werftstraße will be emptied out by city officials. This street is found directly along the Danube, and the ground underneath is becoming softer as a result of the high water levels. There's a risk that flood protection devices could give way and the area could be submerged in water. Approximately 200 people will need to leave the area by 21:00.
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- In Passau, at the Apex of the Danube and Inn rivers, the water levels have slightly decreased since peaking, as reported by the city.
- Despite the high water levels, surfers are still live tickering their experiences in Munich's flooded Isar river, disregarding the warnings from the Bavarian Flood Information Service.
- The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies is currently working on structures for cleanup in Passau, which could begin as early as Friday, with an aim to tackle the aftermath of the Flood.
