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Flood warning for rivers in the Altmark

Due to expected heavy rainfall over the next few days, the responsible state authority is warning of flooding in the Aland and Jeetze river basin with its tributary Dumme. Several low pressure systems are crossing Saxony-Anhalt from west to east, according to a statement from the State Office...

Drops of water can be seen on a car windshield after a rain shower. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de
Drops of water can be seen on a car windshield after a rain shower. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de

Flood protection - Flood warning for rivers in the Altmark

Due to expected heavy rainfall over the next few days, the responsible state authority is warning of flooding in the Aland and Jeetze river basin with its tributary Dumme. Several low pressure systems are crossing Saxony-Anhalt from west to east, according to a statement from the State Office for Flood Protection and Water Management on Wednesday.

According to the information, the already high water levels in the Altmark region are rising due to the precipitation. The warning is valid until 12 noon on Thursday. A further flood warning has been in place since Tuesday for the Bode and its tributaries as well as the Ilse.

Flood warnings Saxony-Anhalt

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  1. The state authority in Saxony-Anhalt is urging residents in the flood-prone areas of the Altmark to closely monitor the weather conditions and heed any state authority-issued flood warnings.
  2. The current flood situation in the Altmark region has highlighted the importance of ongoing efforts to enhance flood protection measures, especially along rivers like the Aland and Jeetze.
  3. Despite the ongoing flood warnings, the weather forecast indicates that more rainfall is expected in Saxony-Anhalt, which could exacerbate the flooding situation in the Altmark area, including the Rivers Dumme and Jeetze.
  4. In light of the continued flood warnings and the predicted heavy rainfall, local residents are advised to stay informed and prepare their properties accordingly, adhering to any guidelines provided by the flood protection authorities in Saxony-Anhalt.

Source: www.stern.de

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