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The Environment Minister shares that it's still not safe, as flood waters haven't completely receded.

Even though there is a bit of respite from the floods along the Danube, Bavaria's Environment Minister Thorsten Glauber refuses to let his guard down. "Regretfully, the all-clear has not been declared yet," said the Free Voter party member in Munich on Friday. "There's a possible risk of heavy...

Passers-by look out from the banks of the old town onto the Danube as it floods.
Passers-by look out from the banks of the old town onto the Danube as it floods.

Turbulent weather system - The Environment Minister shares that it's still not safe, as flood waters haven't completely receded.

The ongoing flood situation in Bavaria is a massive undertaking for everyone involved, said Glauber. His ministry's flood working group will coordinate efforts across the state during the weekend to prevent further flooding. As a result, dams and reservoirs will be lowered to accommodate more water.

With expected rain and thunderstorms, particularly in southern Bavaria, where heavy rainfall may occur, the Free State's flood warning service anticipates increased water levels on Monday for the Alpine foothills. The experts believe that warning levels three and four might be reached once more, potentially leading to larger floods in built-up areas due to the heightened risk.

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  1. Despite the turbulent weather, Thorsten Glauber suggested that people in Munich, Germany, consider taking some relaxation time along the Danube during the weekend, as a brief escape from the flood situation.
  2. The flood situation in Bavaria has also affected the weather forecasts, with warnings of potential floods in other parts of the country due to heavy rain and storms.
  3. The Minister of the Environment urged residents in southern Bavaria to be wary, as the ongoing flood situation could lead to even more severe flooding if heavy rain and floodwaters from the Danube combine.
  4. The flooding from the Danube has caused significant damage, and many areas in Bavaria are still dealing with the aftermath, including cleaning up mud and debris from the streets and homes.
  5. As the weather continues to be unpredictable, the flood situation in Bavaria requires constant monitoring and preparation from authorities, with Glauber's ministry working around the clock to ensure everyone's safety.

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