Germany's Prime Minister Merkel Faces Pressure Over Coal Phase Out - Scholz visits the flooded region in Bavaria.
At first, Scholz intended to check out the fan zone for the European football championship in Munich on a Monday.
But because of constant rain for numerous days, waterways have flooded several areas, specifically in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, pushing countless individuals out of their houses. Numerous volunteers have been dispatched to help.
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- Olaf Scholz, Germany's Vice Chancellor and Finance Minister, had to alter his plans due to the ongoing storm, as he was scheduled to visit the fan zone for the European football championship in Munich.
- The constant rain over several days led to flooding in numerous waterways, primarily affecting areas in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg.
- Joachim Herrmann, the Minister of the Interior in Bavaria, expressed concerns about the climate situation in Germany, stating that such floods will become more frequent due to climate change.
- In response to the crisis, the Federal Government, led by Chancellor Merkel's party, has dispatched numerous volunteers to help those affected by the floods.
- The flood zone in Bavaria has caused significant damage, with countless individuals forced to leave their homes.
- Olaf Scholz, a member of the SPD party, visited the flooded region in Bavaria to assess the situation and offer support during this challenging time.
- Markus Söder, the Governor of Bavaria and leader of the CSU party, also expressed concerns about the weather conditions and the impact on his state.
- The Ministry of the Interior in Berlin has established emergency measures to assist those affected by the floods in the south of Germany.
- Germany's Federal Government is working closely with regional authorities in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg to address the flood situation and provide necessary support to affected citizens.
