Aftermath of Inundation - Flooding Crisis: Faeser Commits to More Aid
The Federal Interior Minister, Nancy Faeser, has guaranteed additional assistance to the areas in southern Germany impacted by the recent flooding. Speaking in Berlin on Saturday, Faeser, a member of the SPD party, indicated that the THW - the Technical Relief Organization's forces - are ready to release more personnel. "We'll keep helping the impacted states with our full capacity," she stated.
At the time of her speech, she reported 520 male and female THW members actively engaged in providing aid. They undertook various tasks, including rescuing individuals, reinforcing dikes, and removing water. Nancy Faeser expressed her appreciation for everyone's effort: "I appreciate the helpers who are working around the clock to save lives."
The minister urged residents in the affected Bavarian and Baden-Württemberg regions to adhere to the official warnings and guidance provided by authorities. "Please take these warning signs seriously!" she emphasized.
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Faeser's commitment extends beyond Baden-Württemberg and Berlin, as she mentioned the need for aid in other parts of Southern Germany. The operations of the THW have also been active in Bavaria, a state in Southern Germany, as they grapple with the flooding crisis. The German weather has been unpredictable, with storms causing havoc in various parts of the country.
The Minister of the Interior, Faeser, urged the public to heed the warnings issued by the authorities, not just in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, but across Germany as a whole. In this time of crisis, the operational force of Germany has been mobilized to help manage the flooding, working tirelessly to support the affected communities.
