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Rising water levels: State office warns of flooding

The incessant rain is causing water levels to rise again in many places. According to forecasts, high water on the Ems and Lippe, among others, could lead to major flooding. On the Rhine, however, the critical level II will probably not be reached.

,   and  Melissa Williams
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The trees on the Rheinaue in Cologne-Riehl stand in the flood waters of the Rhine. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de
The trees on the Rheinaue in Cologne-Riehl stand in the flood waters of the Rhine. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de

Storm - Rising water levels: State office warns of flooding

The State Agency for Nature, Environment and Consumer Protection (Lanuv) warns of major flooding in the catchment areas of several rivers in North Rhine-Westphalia as a result of the continuous rain. According to the latest forecasts, the highest warning threshold is likely to be exceeded at gauges in the catchment areas of the Ems (Wolbeck), the Lippe (Nordborchen, Bentfeld, Kesseler 3 station, Westtünnen), the Berkel (Stadtlohn-Schanzring) and the Vechte (Wettringen B70), the state office announced in a report on Friday afternoon.

The highest flood warning threshold 3 indicates the danger that built-up areas could be flooded to a greater extent. According to data from Friday, it had not yet been reached at any measuring station.

According to the latest list, the second-highest warning threshold has been exceeded at five measuring stations. According to the state office, the catchment areas of the Ems and Lippe rivers are particularly affected, with two measuring stations each. The second-highest warning threshold was also exceeded at one measuring station in the Siege catchment area at this time. This indicates the risk of flooding of individual built-up properties or cellars. It is possible that local traffic routes will be closed.

The local authorities will decide what measures need to be taken, said a Lanuv spokesperson. Precautionary measures could include closing roads or laying sandbags. The soils in North Rhine-Westphalia were already largely saturated by the rain of the past weeks, so that new precipitation would run off superficially, the spokesman continued.

The water level of the Rhine in NRW has also been rising again since Friday. According to forecasts, the water level is expected to rise to up to 8.00 meters by the middle of next week. Flood level II, at which navigation would have to be stopped, would therefore not be reached.

According to data from the Federal Waterways and Shipping Administration (WSV), the water level in Cologne exceeded high water mark I of 6.20 meters on Friday afternoon. Above this level, restrictions apply to shipping, for example a maximum speed of 20 kilometers per hour. Last week, the Rhine experienced its first winter flood of the year.

Measurement data Current water level Situation report

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  1. Residents in the areas of Wolbeck on the Ems River in North Rhine-Westphalia should be particularly vigilant due to the rising water levels and potential flooding.
  2. The State Office in Recklinghausen, North Rhine-Westphalia, is closely monitoring the heavy rain and its impact on the water levels of the Wolbeck and other rivers.
  3. In Bad Weather conditions, the authorities have advised consumers in Stadtlohn to keep an eye on the water level of the Berkel River, which is expected to rise further.
  4. The North Rhine-Westphalia State Office for Nature, Environment, and Consumer Protection has issued a warning for the Wolbeck and other rivers, citing high water levels and the possibility of flooding.
  5. The continuous rain in North Rhine-Westphalia has led to significant flood warnings for rivers like the Ems, Lippe, Berkel, and Vechte, which could impact the communities of Wolbeck, Stadtlohn, Nordborchen, Bentfeld, Kesseler 3 station, Westtünnen, and Wettringen B70.
  6. The State Office has advised residents in these areas to prepare for potential flooding, including securing their homes and properties and staying informed about the latest weather conditions and water level updates.
  7. The ongoing weather in North Rhine-Westphalia has led to increased concerns about floods and the potential impact on rivers such as the Ems, Lippe, Berkel, and Vechte, affecting communities like Wolbeck, Stadtlohn, Nordborchen, Bentfeld, Kesseler 3 station, Westtünnen, and Wettringen B70.
  8. The Rhine River, which flows through North Rhine-Westphalia, has also been experiencing a rise in water levels, with the potential for flooding in some areas, particularly as the winter flood season approaches.

Source: www.stern.de

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