Flood - Dyke crack: Residents have to evacuate houses in Lilienthal
According to the local fire department, a dyke has burst in the municipality of Lilienthal near Bremen. The affected area is currently being evacuated by the emergency services, the Lilienthal fire department announced on Facebook on Wednesday afternoon. Residents are being shuttled to emergency accommodation in a gymnasium. A streetcar line is no longer running due to its proximity to the emergency area. There is a rail replacement service for them. The endangered area may not be entered.
According to the municipality of Lilienthal, one street is also currently without gas and electricity supply. Residents are advised to find a place to sleep with friends, relatives or acquaintances if possible. The emergency shelters should be used as a last resort. Lilienthal in the district of Osterholz borders directly on the city of Bremen. In Bremen, the flood situation in the Borgfeld district is similarly tense. Interior Senator Ulrich Mäurer (SPD) wants to see the situation for himself there on Thursday.
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The flood in Lilienthal has caused issues beyond just house evacuations. The main road leading to Lilienthal from Lower Saxony has been closed due to the bad weather and potential danger. The residents of Lilienthal are not only sharing their evacuation experiences on Facebook but also seeking help from their social network, appealing for a place to stay with friends or family if possible. In response, the city of Bremen, located nearby, has opened up additional emergency shelters for those in need. The fire department continues to monitor the situation closely, ready to respond should any further issues arise.
Source: www.stern.de
