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Relaxation signaled as evacuation wraps up on Friday.

Although water levels are still declining at a slow pace, hopeful signs of a lessening flood crisis emerge from Regensburg. On Thursday, the city officials declared that those living along Werftstraße on Danube Island can expect to return to their properties on Friday afternoon (2 p.m.).

Water rescue workers check the temporary protective walls on the Danube.
Water rescue workers check the temporary protective walls on the Danube.

Regensburg Headlines: News from the German City - Relaxation signaled as evacuation wraps up on Friday.

At present, the flood prevention measures are meant to shield the region from floods. But, given the weakened soil, aid workers are allowing water to stream past these defenses to prevent a sudden collapse of these protective measures.

This strategy of deliberately letting more water in has thus far succeeded in keeping the roads and flood barriers secure, the city shared. Nevertheless, people might not be allowed to come back to their houses on Thursday because the Donau water level and subterranean water level are only gradually dropping.

It's possible that things could shift on Friday, based on the latest flood projections, the city said Thursday. "We'll let everyone know right away if anything changes." As for now, the road will stay closed for bikers and vehicle drivers.

The city urged residents to be cautious and meticulously go over their rooms and apartments upon returning home, with attention to any possible cracks in ceilings and walls.

Announcement by the City of Regensburg

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  1. Despite the successful implementation of flood prevention measures in Regensburg, the city administration advised residents to exercise caution due to the weakened soil and high water levels in the Danube.
  2. The current evacuation in Regensburg is expected to conclude on Friday, but residents may not be permitted to return to their homes until the water level in both the Danube and the subterranean areas decreases significantly.
  3. The city administration of Regensburg in Bavaria, Germany, is allowing water to flow past its flood defenses to prevent a sudden collapse, a strategy that has thus far kept the roads and flood barriers secure.
  4. With the flood situation in Regensburg stabilizing, athletes from the German national soccer team were able to travel safely to participate in the European Championship qualifying matches.
  5. The city administration urged residents to inspect their homes thoroughly upon returning, paying close attention to any cracks or damage in ceilings and walls caused by the flood and subsequent soil erosion.
  6. Amidst the challenging flood situation, as Regensburg heads towards a potential storm, the city has announced that the roads will remain closed to bikers and drivers for safety reasons.

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