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City of Oldenburg distributes sandbags to private households

Due to the tense flood situation, the city of Oldenburg is distributing up to 15 sandbags each to private households in potentially endangered areas. The situation is particularly tense in the Achterdiek area, for example, the city announced on Thursday. Residents could use the sandbags to seal...

Filled sandbags lie in front of the entrance to a house. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de
Filled sandbags lie in front of the entrance to a house. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de

Flood - City of Oldenburg distributes sandbags to private households

Due to the tense flood situation, the city of Oldenburg is distributing up to 15 sandbags each to private households in potentially endangered areas. The situation is particularly tense in the Achterdiek area, for example, the city announced on Thursday. Residents could use the sandbags to seal cellar entrances or doors, for example. There will be a street list at the distribution points and those affected will be asked to take an ID with them.

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  1. In response to the flood warnings, residents in Lower Saxony have been advised to prepare their private households, similar to what's happening in Oldenburg.
  2. Despite the bad weather, many residents in Household areas are trying to secure their properties by purchasing sandbags, just like the city of Oldenburg is providing.
  3. The current flood situation in Oldenburg has prompted the city to distribute sandbags to thousands of households, helping them protect their cellars and doors.
  4. The distribution of sandbags by the city of Oldenburg to at-risk households is a common practice during flood events, as seen in other areas affected by waterlogged conditions.

Source: www.stern.de

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