Passau's historic center is now open exclusively for locals.

Due to the flood conditions, - Passau's historic center is now open exclusively for locals.

Passau often experiences flooding, as this Bavarian city is where the rivers Donau, Inn, and Ilz meet. The historic old town is essentially an island surrounded by these two bodies of water.

On Monday, Mayor Jürgen Dupper (SPD) urged residents to steer clear of the flood-stricken areas. "If you have no business to attend to in the old town, it would be best to avoid it." He also cautioned against washing in the water, as it's unknown which manhole covers might have been swept away and potentially swallowed by the city's sewer system.

The afternoon saw the Donau river's water level reach 8.41 meters. Starting Tuesday afternoon, the flood warning service projects that this peak will be surpassed at 9.40 meters. In 2013, the Donau water level in Passau reached an alarming 12.90 meters.

The city of Passau's weather information, Instagram post on flood gawkers, and HND Statistics Donau Pegel Passau offer valuable insights into this situation.

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3. Jürgen Dupper, the Mayor of Passau affiliated with the SPD, has expressed concerns about the potential hazards posed by the high water level of the Ilz and Danube rivers, urging caution.
4. The recent flood in Passau, which is a city known for its car traffic and where the rivers Donau, Inn, and Ilz converge, has resulted in a significant increase in the water level, causing grave concerns among the residents.
5. The car traffic in the municipality of Passau has been adversely affected by the flood, with several roads and bridges either partially or entirely submerged, making it challenging for drivers to navigate the city.
6. The ongoing flood in Passau, Germany, has intensified the car traffic in surrounding areas as people seek alternative routes to reach their destinations, further complicating the municipalities' efforts to manage the situation.

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