Large-scale weather disturbance - In Chemnitz, flood barriers are being deployed.
Sandbag filling hubs were also established at the Central Building Yard and in Reichenhainer Street. Residents could freely stuff sandbags there, it was reported. The stations were scheduled to be operational on Friday from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm and on Saturday morning from 8:00 am, in addition to Sunday as necessary.
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In response to the imminent threat of flooding due to the severe weather, municipalities in Saxony, including Chemnitz, have been urgently deploying flood barriers. The city experienced heavy rains and a thunderstorm, which increased the risk of floods. The Central Building Yard and Reichenhainer Street in Chemnitz have become sandbag filling hubs, offering residents the opportunity to help prepare for the potential storm. Despite the efforts, the flood threat persists, as the weather in Chemnitz continues to be unpredictable.
