The administrative district of Rastatt. - Seven individuals rescued following a landslide incident.
In the Rastatt district, four houses were emptied and seven residents were rescued unharmed during a landslide in Gaggenau on Monday night. The authorities have yet to confirm the full extent of the damage. A spokesperson for the Gaggenau Fire Department revealed that the residents reported hearing noises on Sunday evening, which prompted them to call for emergency assistance as the soil started to shift.
At the moment, measuring devices are being used to observe the moving slope, which has submitted around 600 cubic meters of soil and mud. According to the spokesperson, this will help determine if the mountain is moving further. The neighborhood of Michelbach, where the slide took place, lies within a valley surrounded by hills. The reason behind the landslide and whether the recent heavy rains are to blame is still undetermined. Moreover, it's uncertain when residents will be allowed to return to their houses.
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In the aftermath of the landslide, the Gaggenau Fire Department has requested assistance from the fire department in Rastatt due to the potential for further emergencies. The incident occurred in Gaggenau, which is situated in the administrative district of Baden-Württemberg. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation to prevent any potential landslides in nearby areas following the initial event.
Source: www.stern.de
