Skip to content

Flooding alert for multiple rivers in Saxony

Continuous rain and potential thunderstorms may lead to localized flash floods and minor flooding in certain areas of Saxony, according to the State Flood Center's announcement on Saturday. The flood warning gauges in the Upper White Elster and Mulde river basins could reach alert levels 1 and...

A marker indicates the water level.
A marker indicates the water level.

Official State Building [$office] - Flooding alert for multiple rivers in Saxony

The projected flood situation for the Saxon region of the Elbe will be evaluated starting Sunday. The Hydro-Meteorological Institute in Prague has been predicting an increase in water levels for the Czech Elbe and Moldau rivers.

In response, the State Office for the Environment, Agriculture and Geology (LfULG) has urged the public to prioritize their safety amidst the expected flooding and overflow. This includes steering clear of running waters, avoiding entry into cellars, garages, and underpasses during heavy downpours, and refraining from crossing flood-stricken areas on foot or in vehicles.

Read also:

Comments

Latest