Storm - Flood situation in Leer district eases
According to the fire department, the flood situation in the Leer district has eased somewhat. "The safety measures on the dyke worked during the night and were successful," the Leer district fire department announced on Facebook on Tuesday morning. Evacuations were not necessary. The water levels fell by around 30 centimeters during the night.
According to the information, dyke inspections are now being stepped up. However, the filling of sandbags was stopped in the morning. With a total of 17 pallets, there are enough sandbags available for the time being, according to the fire department.
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- Despite the easing flood situation in Leer district, authorities in Lower Saxony County are closely monitoring the weather forecasts due to the potential for more bad weather.
- Some residents in Lower Saxony County have been sharing updates on the flood situation in their areas on Facebook, using the platform to communicate with their local fire departments and stay informed.
- The empty sandbag storage facilities in Leer district, which were once filled to the brim during the height of the flood, now serve as a stark reminder of the potentially devastating impact of floodwaters.
- In Lower Saxony County, the Lower Saxony fire department is actively encouraging residents to stay informed about the flood situation and to follow any evacuation orders should they be issued due to the risk of future flooding.
Source: www.stern.de
