Storm - Ministry fears worsening floods on New Year's Eve
According to the Lower Saxony Ministry of the Interior, the flood situation could worsen again over the New Year's Eve weekend. On Wednesday, Interior Minister Daniela Behrens (SPD) promised that the state would continue to support local authorities with the State Office for Fire and Disaster Protection and the Competence Center for Major Disaster Situations. This includes the provision of vehicles and equipment or the organization of sandbags from other federal states.
On Wednesday, the situation in the regions affected by the floods had largely stabilized, according to the Ministry of the Interior. According to initial estimates, around 100,000 people were deployed in around 20,000 operations.
During a visit to Braunschweig, Rinteln (district of Schaumburg) and the surrounding area of Celle, the Minister thanked the emergency services. "Without you, not only would large parts of Lower Saxony literally be in ruins, but many lives would also be in danger," said Behrens.
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- Due to the predicted bad weather, the Ministry of the Interior in Lower Saxony urged municipalities in flood-prone areas to be vigilant during the New Year's Eve weekend, with Interior Minister Daniela Behrens (SPD) assuring the provision of necessary vehicles and equipment from the State Office for Fire and Disaster Protection.
- Despite the efforts of the SPD-led Ministry of the Interior, severe conditions caused by the floods in Hanover and other Lower Saxony municipalities forced emergency services to mobilize approximately 100,000 personnel in around 20,000 operations, according to initial estimates.
- Minster Behrens made a visit to Braunschweig, Rinteln, and the surrounding area of Celle to express her gratitude towards the hard-working emergency services, recognizing their crucial role in minimizing the destruction and preserving lives during the challenging flood situation.
- Amidst these challenges, Lower Saxony municipalities can rely on the support of other federal states, as the Ministry of the Interior organizes the distribution of sandbags and resources to help mitigate the effects of the floods on the weekend ahead.
- With the New Year approaching, Interior Minister Daniela Behrens and her team at the Ministry of the Interior in Lower Saxony are committed to maintaining a coordinated response to potential worsening flood situations, ensuring the safety of residents and emergency personnel in the state.
Source: www.stern.de
