Two fatalities occur in Baden-Württemberg
In the floods in Baden-Württemberg, two people have lost their lives. A police representative in Aalen stated that the bodies of a man and a woman were discovered in a home in Schorndorf, which is part of the Rems-Murr district. This implies that at least four people have perished due to the present floods in South Germany, as two individuals have already been retrieved in Bavaria.
14:52 THW fills 2000 sandbags per hour.
With the continuous events of flooding in South Germany, rescue teams are kept busy around the clock. The Technical Relief Organization in Donauwörth is filling 2000 sandbags per hour. Similarly, in Günzburg, volunteers from the DLRG are engaged in rescuing individuals from flooded houses. In Bavaria, the rescue mission is in full swing. Zzzs are not even a priority at several locations.
14:29 The waters in Rudersberg have swept away automobiles.
In Baden-Württemberg, floodwater has floated away cars in the flood-affected region of Rudersberg. Multiple cars found their way onto railway tracks, one onto a well, as seen in the photos. Among debris scattered on muddy streets, household items and belongings can also be seen. On a bridge, a significant quantity of debris has accumulated. Rudersberg in the Rems-Murr district is grappling with the flood due to the heavy rains.
14:06 The Donau Dam in Niederalteich is at risk of breaking.
Residents of the Bavarian Niederalteich have witnessed a flood disaster nearly eleven years ago. In the ensuing years, repairs on the Donau dams were scheduled, but at one of the sites, the work is incomplete. Now, there is a risk of the dam breaking at that particular location.
13:40 Transit on A9 reopens - limited access to Munich
The partially shutdown A9 due to a dam break in Upper Bavaria now allows traffic again. However, there is a form of roadblock in place towards Munich, informs a police officer. Only 300 vehicles are permitted on the portion between Ingolstadt-South and Langenbruck at this moment, and then the road will be closed for a specific period. The reason for this measure is unclear. A9's traffic towards Nuremberg has been open since early morning. "Keep in mind that this could change once again!" warns the police.
13:17 Solidarity is essential now - Scholz's words at the flood-stricken area in Bavaria
Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz remarked during his visit to the flood-affected region in Bavaria that assistance is necessary. "Nature's force is immense," claims the SPD politician in Reichertshofen, south of Ingolstadt. Solidarity is necessary now. Aid should also continue with federal funds. Numerous rescue teams are already present, including military personnel. Scholz acknowledges all helpers and honors a firefighter who perished on duty. Such flood events are increasingly happening due to climate change. Scholz has visited an emergency area four times this year.
12:50 A flood tourist gets trapped in the flood - The fire department rescues a 81-year-old
The fire department in the Upper Palatinate rescued a 81-year-old driver trapped in the flood. The man had driven onto a flooded road in the market town of Hahnbach near Nuremberg to see the flood of the Vils, says a police representative. However, the vehicle got stuck, and the water continued to rise. Stepping into the car through the sunroof, the driver called for help. A passerby notified the police. The fire department arrived with specialized gear and extracted the car and driver from the water.
12:25 A Danube cruise ship is stuck.
The evacuation of a Danube cruise ship commenced in Deggendorf, per the Bavarian Broadcasting Company. The ship with 150 passengers from the United States and England cannot carry on its journey on the Danube due to the flood. As Thomas Kindl, head of the disaster control at the Deggendorf district office, informed BR, a workboat is presently berthed at the port, with the purpose of transporting 25-30 individuals from the boat at a time.
12:00 The Danube flood is similar to 2002 - May possibly offer a "second wave"
The Danube's water levels are rising significantly: The Bavarian Flood Information Service estimates that the Danube downstream from Regensburg will carry about as much water as in the 2002 flood. For example, when the Isar flows into the Danube in Deggendorf, a spokesperson for the Flood Information Service mentioned. With a length of 2850 kilometers, the Danube is the second-longest river in Europe. On August 13, 2002, 10.80 meters were noted at the Ilzstadt measuring station. On Monday morning, the level had grown to 7.77 meters—rising. ntv weather expert Paul Heger delivers a snapshot of the perilous flood situation and a forecast of the dangers for the forthcoming days.
Emergency teams have discovered the body of a missing 43-year-old lady in a submerged cellar in Schrobenhausen, Upper Bavaria. Authorities have been looking for her since last Sunday, as stated by a police representative.
11:21 Water levels at Rems and Murr continue to mount - nursing home evacuated
Inspite of the reduced rainfall, officials at Ludwigsburg anticipate a serious danger scenario and increase in Rems and Murr's water levels. "Although there is no heavy rain presently, we foresee a surge in the Rems' water levels," says District Administrator Dietmar Allgaier. In Remseck, the Rems' peak is yet to be reached. The command center is tracking the situation and supervising the emergency services. Around 250 firefighters and female rescuers are involved in the rescue tasks. On Monday, a nursing home in Steinheim an der Murr was evacuated. The inhabitants and patients were transported to other accommodations.
10:54 Upper Rhine shut down for inland waterway traffic
As a result of heavy downpour, Germany's foremost waterway, the Rhine, is partly shut down for watercraft. "Shipping has come to a standstill on the Upper Rhine," explains a representative for the Waterways and Shipping Administration (WSA). "Critical marks have been surpassed at several gauges." The affected zones include Maxau near Karlsruhe, Mannheim, and Worms. In the Middle Rhine area, between Mainz and Bonn, closures are anticipated on Tuesday or Wednesday. "As per the current estimations, these won't be too long," adds the representative. The closures are aimed at forestalling harm to the banks caused by the ships' waves. The vessels generate waves that could overwhelm the banks and inundate basements, for example.
10:27 North Rhine-Westphalia sends aid and boats to the Bavarian flood region
North Rhine-Westphalia is delivering five water rescue squads equipped with 48 disaster responders, ten automobiles, eight trailers, and six boats to the flood site in Landau an der Isar. According to the Düsseldorf Interior Department, the Free State of Bavaria endorsed the help offer on Sunday night. The rescuers were then dispatched.
10:04 Populace in Ebersbach an der Fils evacuated
In the severely flooded village of Ebersbach an der Fils south of Stuttgart, villagers in some streets are being evacuated. A city spokeswoman couldn't initially specify the number of individuals impacted. The residents had already been cautioned and asked by the city to pack their essentials and papers. Due to the flooding circumstances, all schools and municipal daycare centers in the city are supposed to remain closed today, as the city proclaims on its Facebook page.
09:41 Rescuers probe for 43-year-old in Schrobenhausen
Through a helicopter and divers, law enforcement in Schrobenhausen in the Pfaffenhofen area are still looking for a missing lady. On the night, it was conveyed that the 43-year-old was discovered dead. The Bavarian Broadcasting Corporation has since amended this notice, and the search for the woman is still in progress. Since divers could not travel through the flooded basement of the house on Sunday, pumps are now operational in the facility, declares a police spokesperson. The idea is to locate the 43-year-old who was last spotted in the basement of her house. ntv-reporter Niklas Diemer chronicles the situation from the venue regarding the tense circumstances:
09:12 Söder: Bavaria's flooding is predicted last several more days
Bavaria's Premier Minister Markus Söder anticipates that the flooding will continue to hinder disaster control authorities in Bavaria for several more days. "It's improving a bit, but we can't issue a complete all-clear," he stated on Monday morning on Deutschlandfunk. Even if it stops raining, the waters of the larger rivers will still amplify due to incoming waters, he remarked. "Many people estimate it'll last until Wednesday or Thursday."
08:41 Third dam break in Pfaffenhofen district
The dam of the Paar river in the Upper Bavarian district of Pfaffenhofen an der Ilm has now fractured at three locations. This is what a district administration spokeswoman mentions. In the affected areas of Baar-Ebenhausen and Manching, all patrons are instructed to abandon the ground floor of their homes and flats and proceed to higher floors. Around 800 individuals have been evacuated in Baar-Ebenhausen. Approximately 250 distressed people have found refuge at the Grund- und Mittelschule Reichertshofen. The Paar is a tributary of the Danube. In Vohburg, the Danube is being scrutinized more partially, and precautionary measures are being followed. The A9 motorway is still closed in both directions between Ingolstadt and Langenbruck, according to reports.
08:21 Dam in Manching fractured
In Manching-Pichl within Pfaffenhofen, another dam has shattered, per media accounts citing the district administration. Inhabitants are ordered to instantly leave the ground floor of their dwellings and locate refuge in higher floors during taking into account disaster management instructions from the fire department. Affected avenues include Benediktstraße, Martinstraße, and Peterstraße.
08:05 Firefighters in Rudersberg overtaken by rising water
Firefighters in Rudersberg, Baden-Württemberg, were caught off guard by the rapidly rising water, as an ntv reporter nearby reported. These firefighters attempted to rescue local residents but were forced to abandon their efforts as the water surfaced. The best course of action for the firemen was to save themselves by ascending to the top floors of homes and remaining there for hours. The firehouse was also permanently immersed in water, as the fire department confirmed. Two vehicles could not be preserved.
07:35 Regensburg promotes disaster response status
The water level in the Danube is increasing quickly - now Regensburg has declared a state of emergency. The water level at the Eiserne Brücke checkpoint reached 5.90 meters, as reported by the Bavarian Flood Information Service. On the previous Tuesday, the average reading was approximately 2.70 meters. According to specialists, the water level at the preceding significant flood on June 4, 2013, was 6.82 meters precisely.
07:15 Water rescue experts evacuate Gunzburg residents by helicopter
Water rescue experts from Wasserwacht extracted twelve individuals from balconies and roofs in Gunzburg by a police chopper, as per Bavarian Broadcasting Corporation (BR). In one scenario, the group included a family of three kids, with one still a baby week old. Owing to rapidly increasing water levels, traditional boat rescue was infeasible.
06:39 Fears of dam break in Manching
The Integrated Control Center Ingolstadt has issued a warning for a potential dam failure in Manching, Pfaffenhofen district, as Bavarian Radio (BR) reported. People are advised to remain in upper floors and stay clear of cellars and underground garages. A neighboring district, Baar-Ebenhausen, suffered a dam rupture on Sunday.
06:02 Residents forced out of homes around Stuttgart due to flooding
Residents have been evacuated from certain residences in Uhingen in the Göppingen district because of flooding in the Filstal region. According to a police spokesperson, there have been no reported injuries in the morning hours. Uhingen, located east of Ebersbach an der Fils, nearly 250 to 300 people have been reported in peril. The community has ordered an extraordinary operation, as declared by the Göppingen district administration.
05:18 Baden-Württemberg sends rescue units to support Bavaria
Amidst the ongoing flooding crisis, Baden-Württemberg sends rescue squads to the neighboring Bavarian district of Günzburg. At the behest of the Bavarian government, three "Sanitation and Care" units have been dispatched to the region. The rescue squads will cater to people who relocated from their homes and houses due to the floods. In addition, an Ulm-based water rescue team will be deployed in the Günzburg district to aide in the evacuation of inhabitants.
04:29 Esslingen constructs a makeshift dam to avoid flooding
The city of Esslingen am Neckar is developing a provisional dam to prevent sections of the inner city from flooding. The climax is expected to occur in the early morning hours, as the city informed. Floodings in the inner city canal region might endanger various places, the information indicated. Around the construction site, traffic jams might take place. The city in the Stuttgart area had previously cautioned against accessing ground level floors and underground garages in the inner city and Oberesslingen due to the tense flood circumstances.
03:06 Select Ebersbach an der Fils inhabitants prepared for evacuation
The severely affected community of Ebersbach an der Fils, south of Stuttgart, has prepared some residents for evacuation. Residents in particular streets ought to maintain essential paperwork and necessities to pass the night outside their homes, the city communicated early in the morning through Facebook. Remaining in the higher levels of buildings is crucial. "The Ebersbach Fire Department is coming to you."
03:11 Severe thunderstorm warnings lifted; heavy rain still possible in southern GermanyThe German Meteorological Service (DWD) has lifted all severe thunderstorm warnings with heavy rain for Germany. Nevertheless, there are potential heavy rain showers in southern Germany, the DWD adds. From noon onwards, regions south of the Danube and around the Bavarian Forest will be hit by these showers. Small-scale thunderstorms can't be ruled out.
02:04 Tourists causing problems for flood helpers in Augsburg districtFlood tourists are creating issues for the rescue teams in the Augsburg district. The rescue workers are now dealing frequently with the rescue of individuals who, despite the repeated warnings, went to dikes, underpasses, and in or on the water. The local authorities urge people to stay away from these areas. "Flood waves can surprice you and the bank can collapse," says the district administration. Motorists and pedestrians are also advised to avoid flooded streets, as well as flooded underpasses. Manhole covers can be pushed up by the pressure in the sewer and the resulting suction can pull people in.
01:14 Kretschmann and Strobl to visit flood-affected areas in Baden-WürttembergBaden-Württemberg's Minister President Winfried Kretschmann and State Interior Minister Thomas Strobl will visit two flood-hit areas in the state on Monday. In the morning, they are to visit Meckenbeuren in the Bodenseekreis, and then they intend to visit Erbach in the Alb-Donau-Kreis. A state government spokesperson confirmed the news. Kretschmann opted not to personally inspect the situation during the crisis, saying, "I myself chose not to go to the site in an acute situation, where every hand is needed and every sandbag can make a difference, but to continuously and closely inform myself." The rescue teams are at their limit, he said on Sunday.
23:50 Full alarm in Ebersbach an der Fils due to flood; noise barrier destroyedIn the city of Ebersbach an der Fils near Stuttgart, a full alarm was announced on Sunday evening due to the flood. This means that all firefighters are on duty. At the Federal Highway 10, water masses have broken through a noise barrier and flooded the road, as can be seen in a video posted on the city's Facebook page. The population received a stern warning: "Please stay at home!!!" and not go to the emergency sites. There is life-threatening danger, as seen in the video. People should not enter the water, "everywhere there may be open manhole covers that you cannot see!" The authorities also advised against entering cellars and staying on the upper floors.
23:16 43-year-old missing person found dead in the cellar, later corrected to still missingFollowing the flood in southern Germany, another casualty has been reported. According to Bayerischer Rundfunk, a 43-year-old missing person was found dead in a cellar.Correction: Initially, it was stated that the woman had been located, but the Bayerischer Rundfunk later updated their report, stating that the 43-year-old is still being searched for.
22:16 Lightning strike disrupts regional train traffic at a signal box near DresdenDue to a signal box malfunction caused by a lightning strike, the regional train traffic of the railway was disrupted in the region of Dresden. The railway spokesperson explained that it mainly affected the regional train from Dresden to Bautzen and Görlitz. The signal box in Radeberg east of the capital was damaged at 17:10. The employees intended to fix it again in the evening. In approximately two hours, the trains were running normally, the spokesperson added.
22:00 Nursing home in Lauingen evacuated due to floodingA nursing home located near the Danube in Lauingen, Bavaria, is being evacuated due to flooding. The city announced on its website that the aim was to provide long-term care for the residents. The people could all be accommodated and cared for in a training center.
21:30 Dam breach; evacuation of communities between the Danube and SchmutterSeveral communities between the Danube and Schmutter in the Swabian district of Donau-Ries need to be evacuated. The district office in Donauwörth says a dam has been breached. Affected areas include Auchsesheim and Heißesheim as well as parts of Nordheim, Mertingen, Asbach-Bäumenheim, and Urfahrhof. The authorities advise people to remain calm, pack the necessary items, and follow the instructions given by the emergency services. Emergency shelters are also provided.
21:03 Scholz and Faeser to visit Bavarian flood area on Monday with Bavarian Prime MinisterFollowing the flooding of more areas in southern Germany, Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Federal Interior Minister Nancy Faeser plan to visit the Bavarian flood region on Monday. They will join Bavaria's Prime Minister Markus Söder and Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann in Reichertshofen in the Upper Bavarian district of Pfaffenhofen an der Ilm. The president of the Technical Relief Organization, Sabine Lackner, is also expected at the meeting.
20:30 Schools may remain closed on Monday
More than 40 schools across eight districts in Bavaria will close their doors on Monday due to the ongoing flood situation. The affected districts are Pfaffenhofen an der Ilm, Aichach-Friedberg, Neuburg-Schrobenhausen, Freising, Fürstenfeldbruck, Dachau, Dillingen, and Augsburg. In the district of Aichach-Friedberg, all Grund-, Mittel-, and Realschools, along with local gymnasiums, vocational and professional high schools, and special schools, will be shut down. Wertingen in the district of Dillingen will also completely close its schools on Monday. Further, some kindergartens in Pfaffenhofen district will also be closed on both Monday and Tuesday.
In Swabia, about thirty towns are experiencing power outages, confirmed by the network operator LEW. The outages are not just limited to the grid's high voltage lines, as there are outages in specific streets and individual households as well. These outages seem to be mainly affecting the districts of Günzburg, Augsburg, and Dillingen. LEW's emergency teams are working to restore power by connecting alternative lines, as far as the current situation allows. The duration of each outage varies depending on the specific location and conditions.
More than 1,000 people in the town of Günzburg are currently being housed in sports halls and even the popular tourist attraction, Legoland. Günzburg's district administrator, Hans Reichart, informed Bayerischer Rundfunk of the increase in evacuation measures due to the rise in Günz River's level. As a result, local residents have been relocated to safer locations.
The German Meteorological Service (DWD) has issued a warning for further heavy rain in the southern regions of Germany. The Stuttgart area is expected to experience intense rainfall during the evening hours. There's also a high chance of heavy rain in the Alps, Saxony, and southern Brandenburg, which could potentially lead to dangerous thunderstorms that may cause 40 liters of rain per square meter per hour. On Monday morning, the Alpine foothills south of the Danube are predicted to experience showers, with stronger thunderstorms and heavy rain forecasted for noon, followed by more showers in the Bavarian Forest. There's a risk of heavy rainfall, up to 40 liters per square meter per hour, in both the morning and afternoon.
Straubing's Mayor, Markus Pannermayr, has declared a disaster alert due to the worsening flood conditions along the Danube. The alert is necessary because of the vast requirements and the staff needed to address this situation. Straubing's Donau level has reached a measurement of more than six meters, and there's an imminent risk of surpassing the warning level 4, which could result in significant flooding throughout the built-up area. The city is steadily implementing necessary safety measures, and some roads have already been closed due to the flood.
The partially flooded Bodenseekreis community of Meckenbeuren has issued a warning against flood tourism. Onlookers not only impede emergency workers but also put their own and others' safety at risk. The community of Friedrichshafen advises people to avoid the flood area, comply with any road or bridge closures, and stay informed about the situation. On Saturday evening, the Schussen river broke through its banks in the districts of Kehlen and Brochenzell, causing floods in several streets and houses.
Alarming thunderstorms are expected to strike the Brandenburg Oder-Spree district by Sunday afternoon, according to the German Weather Service (DWD). The second highest warning level of 2 has been issued, indicating a potential risk of lightning strikes, uprooted trees, gusting winds, falling objects, and even damage to houses. Additionally, there's a possibility of landslides and hail.
4:53pm: More areas in Germany declare emergency situations
In light of the ongoing flooding, the districts of Dachau and Kelheim have announced emergency situations. District administrator Martin Neumeyer in Kelheim explains, "With the current situation and forecasts for water levels, we want to ensure relief efforts are coordinated and sufficiently staffed." Dachau's district administrator Stefan Loewl echoes this sentiment, adding that local teams can no longer handle the increasing number of emergency situations. This decision allows for external assistance to be sent to the affected districts.
4:15pm: Travel disruptions expected on trains
Passengers using trains in southern Germany should expect disruptions due to the severe weather on Monday. Deutsche Bahn is extending its leniency policy to include Monday, allowing for ticket holders from Sunday to Monday to reschedule their journeys without fees if their travel is disrupted by weather-related issues. The precise impact on rail services is uncertain at present, but several long-distance routes in the south have already been affected, including Munich-Nuremberg-Berlin, Stuttgart-Mannheim-Frankfurt, and Karlsruhe-Stuttgart-Crailsheim-Nuremberg and Karlsruhe-Stuttgart-Ulm-Augsburg-Munich. The railway advises against traveling through Bavaria and Baden-Wuerttemberg areas hit by floods.
4:00pm: Around 3000 people in Bavaria evacuated due to flooding
In Bavaria, approximately 3000 individuals have been forced to evacuate their homes due to the flooding. A Bavarian Interior Ministry spokeswoman in Munich provided this update. Currently, about 20,000 personnel are actively involved in the flood response measures, with a total of 40,000 having been deployed throughout the crisis.
3:46pm: "This much water, I can hardly comprehend the damage"
Weather expert Bernd Fuchs speaks with ntv, saying the current flood situation in the south is not likely to subside. He exclaims, "Every drop is too much!" and sees this scenario as a "clear sign of where we're heading" in reference to climate change.
3:30pm: Construction worker injured by electric shock
A 27-year-old man working for an energy company sustained a severe electric shock during a flood intervention in Freising, Upper Bavaria. The Bavarian Police Presidium Upper Bavaria North spokesman confirms that the incident occurred near the town hall in Allershausen. The man was airlifted to a hospital by rescue helicopter. This accident appears to be flood-related.
3:14pm: Shipping on the Upper Rhine suspended
Ongoing heavy rainfall in southern Germany has resulted in high water levels on the Rhine, causing shipping to be partially halted. The Rhine High Water Forecast Center Rhineland-Palatinate reports that a section of the Upper Rhine from Karlsruhe has been affected since Saturday, with the water level at Maximiliansau reaching a critical shipping level II of 7.50 meters that evening. By Sunday afternoon, the level had risen to 8.20 meters, although it was predicted to lower again during the night. Nonetheless, extremely high water levels are expected downstream from Mannheim, Worms, and Mainz. Similarly, shipping on the Middle and Lower Rhine is at risk due to high water levels that could jeopardize the vital waterway. The Koblenz gauge may reach a level of around 6.10 meters on Tuesday, below which ships cannot sail.
3:03pm: Autobahn A9 closed for around 50 kilometers
The Autobahn A9 in Lower Bavaria's Pfaffenhofen district is closed for about 50 kilometers due to a dam break. A spokesman for the Bavarian Police Presidium Upper Bavaria North states that the impacted area stretches between Allershausen and Ingolstadt. The road is flooded, and there are power outages in the vicinity. Numerous people are affected, and efforts are underway to resolve the issue. The district administration has advised residents in Reichertshofen, Baar-Ebenhausen, and Manching to evacuate their ground floors and proceed to higher levels within their homes.
Update 3:36pm: The Autobahn GmbH reports that the section between Ingolstadt-Süd and Langenbruck is restricted in both directions. In addition, the section between Pfaffenhofen and the Autobahnkreuz Neufahrn is significantly affected. It is recommended to bypass this entire area.
3:59PM: Finance Minister Habeck links heavy rain to climate changeFinance Minister Robert Habeck emphasizes the need for more climate protection measures soon after the flood disaster in southern Germany subsides. He visits the damage-stricken village of Reichertshofen in Bavaria, stating that "controlling carbon dioxide emissions so we have time to adapt is a top priority." Habeck points out that the frequency of natural disasters is a clear sign of an environment undergoing changes. He notes that once considered extraordinary, 'century floods' are now recurring "every few years."
3:34PM: Chancellor Scholz to tour flood site on MondayThe German Chancellor, Olaf Scholz, is set to visit the flood zone on Monday to assess the situation firsthand. Government officials confirm this plan.
3:21PM: 22-year-old missing after rescue operation in OffingenA 22-year-old firefighter disappeared during a rescue mission in Offingen, in the district of Günzburg. The man and three other helpers (including a colleague from the local fire brigade and DLRG volunteers) were en route to an evacuation at around 2:50AM when their boat capsized. Rescue crews searching for the missing man have deployed two helicopters. A 42-year-old firefighter had already lost his life in this flood operation.
3:11PM: More rain on the way for flood-stricken regionsNo reprieve for those affected by the floods in southern Germany - more rain is expected during the coming week. Meteorologist Bjoern Alexander notes the end of the initial, large-scale downpours, but adds that smaller storms are now forming locally.
3:00PM: Another Paar dam at risk of breakingFurther flooding is possible downstream of the Paar River, warning authorities in the areas of Rottmannshart, Westenhausen, Lindach, Ernsgaden, Irsching, and Knodorf in the Pfaffenhofen district. Residents are asked to move to higher floors while avoiding the ground floor and basement areas. Units from the fire brigade will monitor the dam and report on water levels and any injuries or damage.
2:59PM: 40K personnel mobilized for flooding in BavariaBavarian Minister President Markus Söder reports that 40,000 staff are working to address the flood situation across the state. Söder notes that it's vital to properly organize relief efforts in the days ahead. The extensive service hours could lead to exhaustion and increased risks.
2:49PM: Dam guards to be set up in StraubingIn Straubing, the water levels along the Donau River are predicted to reach "Status 4," the highest alert level, by the end of the day. To mitigate the threat posed by the rising water, dam guards will be positioned from 3PM. Fire brigade units will be on scene to monitor the dam's status and report any damages or water level concerns.
2:33PM: Dangerous dam breach in region of Baar-EbenhausenA dam has burst in Baar-Ebenhausen, impacting the communities of Rottmannshart, Westenhausen, Lindach, Ernsgaden, Irsching, and Knodorf in the Pfaffenhofen district. Authorities are calling on residents to vacate the ground floor and basement levels, informing them about the increasing danger.
2:13PM: Scholz praises rescue workers in flood-stricken areasThanks from Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz for the bravery and dedication of rescue workers in flood-affected regions. He expresses his condolences on the death of a firefighter in Pfaffenhofen, describing the loss as deeply affecting him. The SPD politician hopes for the continued safety and well-being of all involved in the recovery process.
2:05PM: Religious service in Erfurt focuses on floodingBischoff Georg Bätzing, Chair of the German Bishops' Conference, offers a tribute to those impacted by the recent extreme weather events, praising their resilience as they clean up and overcome the floods. "We pray that human lives will be preserved and protected," he says during the closing ceremony of the Catholic Day in Erfurt.
1:37PM: Flooding a focal topic at the Catholic Day in ErfurtChairman of the German Bishops' Conference Georg Bätzing expresses his compassion for those recovering from massive floods across the south of Germany. At the Catholic Day in Erfurt, he praises the resilience of affected people and hopes for their safety.
1:29PM: Deadly operations continue in flood zonesMore rescue efforts are being made in the flood-plagued areas of southern Germany. While thanking the staff for their courage, Chancellor Olaf Scholz expresses his condolences to the family of the firefighter who died in Pfaffenhofen during a flood relief operation.
10:59 Areas of Meckenbeuren in the Bodenseekreis submerged
Portions of Kehlen and Brochenzell in the community of Meckenbeuren within the Bodenseekreis have been submerged. The Schussen river has overflowed, flooding the streets, according to a spokesperson for the local government. Over 1300 people voluntarily relocated from their homes on Saturday to seek safety. Some residents opted to stay in their houses and are sheltering on upper floors. The water level of the Schussen rose beyond 4.86 meters on Saturday night. Since then, it has been decreasing. Typically, the Schussen is only 45 centimeters deep at this site.
10:34 Bavarian Premier Söder pays tribute to deceased firefighter
Bavarian Premier Markus Söder honors a firefighter who perished in a rescue mission in a Bavarian flood region in a post on X. He expresses, "His service and dedication to his fellow beings will eternally be remembered." Söder sends his deepest condolences and thoughts to his comrades and relatives. We are all mourning. This loss is gut-wrenching." As per the police, the 42-year-old member of the volunteer fire department perished after a rescue boat flipped over near Affalterbach and Uttenhofen, at a submerged residence.
10:09 Ukrainian football team shifts training location due to heavy rainfall
The Ukrainian national football team cannot conduct their final training at Max-Morlock-Stadion in Nuremberg this Sunday at 6:00 pm due to heavy rainfall. Instead, they'll train in Erlangen. The lawn in the stadium is spared to avoid potential damage. Ukraine plays on Monday (8:45 pm/ARD) against the German team in Nuremberg.
09:52 Munich deals with 290 fire department interventions due to flooding
Munich is experiencing the effects of heavy rain as well. Since Saturday at 6:00 am, the fire department has been called out for over 290 interventions. The primary tasks include pumping water out of flooded cellars and garages. Furthermore, several trees have been uprooted as the soil is totally saturated, and several streets had to be closed. By Saturday evening, the flood warning level 2 of the Isar was surpassed.
09:24 Water situation improving in Anhausen post-dam break
The situation in Anhausen is beginning to stabilize following a dam's collapse approximately five kilometers away and the subsequent flooding. "People who evacuated are slowly returning," reports ntv correspondent Niklas Diemer. Nevertheless, the water levels remain perilous in other locations.
09:08 THW dispatches further personnel to flooded areas in southern Germany
The Technical Relief Organization (THW) is dispatching more personnel to the waterlogged areas in southern Germany. Currently, more than 1800 individuals are assigned to duty, a spokeswoman said. The responders are assisting in securing dams, filling sandbags, and aiding in evacuations. Fire department, and other emergency services are also active.
08:47 Baden-Württemberg: Landslide threatens train and car
The flood situation persists in certain regions of Germany, particularly in the southern section. The sheer volume of water is creating challenges, and in Baden-Württemberg, there is a potential for a century-old flood. The rescue teams and volunteers are reaching their limits.
08:30 Rescue efforts for a landslide-affected ICE train in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Baden-Württemberg
The ICE train affected by a landslide in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Baden-Württemberg, is anticipated to be retrieved during the morning. The regional train can't navigate through the affected area, reports a spokesperson. A rescue locomotive is positioned on the second track of the line to supplement the rescue operations. It's uncertain how long the interruption will persist. The regional train has managed to traverse the ICE train.
08:16 Person missing in Schrobenhausen
An individual is missing in Schrobenhausen. Reportedly, the person was in the cellar of a house when floodwaters arrived. A spokesperson for the Neuburg-Schrobenhausen district office confirmed that rescue teams are currently unable to access the house.
07:44 Fatality of a firefighter in Pfaffenhofen an der Ilm, Bavaria
A firefighter has perished in Pfaffenhofen an der Ilm, Bavaria. He and his three colleagues capsized in a rescue boat, and the deceased was discovered the following morning, indicated a spokesperson for the district office.
In the state of Bavaria, the floodwaters remain at the highest alert stage (level 4) at multiple measuring locations. The primary concern is the southern tributaries of the Danube, including those of Günz, Mindel, Zusam, Schmutter, Paar, Abens, Ilm, and Amper, and the upper Donau. The crest of the deluge was attained throughout the night. The main thrust of the waters is now moving from Swabia down to Lower Bavaria and the Upper Palatinate. Regions that might face the brunt are Neuburg, Kelheim, and Regensburg. The culminating wave is projected to arrive in these areas during the week's initial days. In particular, communities in Upper Bavaria such as Manching and Geisenfeld, as well as Abensberg in the Kelheim district, are forecast to witness escalating water levels on Sunday.
At 06:54 on this fateful day, the weather forecast, courtesy of the German Meteorological Service (DWD), anticipates more heavy rain in the south. Places like Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg could be witnessing showers with torrential rainfall. The DWD estimates this occurrence from 12:00 noon through Monday night. Denizens in these regions face potential flooding hazards, with the probability of cellars inundating once again, as well as the risk of damage from lightning strikes.
At 05:39, Augsburg district enlarges the evacuation summons. The district of Augsburg is urging the inhabitants of Kühlenthal and Allmannshofen to vacate their dwelling places urgently - an advisory was provided by the Integrated Command Center in the early hours of the morning. Mass transit has been provided for folks unable to depart on their own. Other regions of the district issued demands for evacuation on Saturday night and overnight. The protégés of this call to arms are primarily located along the Schmutter river's banks, which flows into the Danube.
At 05:05, Wiesbaden officials are implementing countermeasures against escalating water levels on the Rhine and Main. The construction of a barricade took place in the Kostheim district, the fire department conveys in the early morning. A pumping installation was also established in the Schierstein district. Evading park lots near the river is advised by the fire department in the coming days as a precautionary measure. There is presently no expectation of implementing further measures needed.
At 04:04, due to a landslide in the town of Schwäbisch Gmünd, train traffic between Stuttgart and Munich was halted. A railway spokesman is unable to provide a projection if and when the line will reopen in the early morning. The aforementioned landslide blocked the bypass linking Aalen and Stuttgart, as there was already a suspension of long-distance trains between Ulm and Augsburg as a result of the floodwaters in southern Germany, compelling long-distance services to be rerouted.
Starting at 03:13, the THW in Ulm amassed a mighty 30,000 sandbags for the flood-stricken or flooded areas of Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria. Bernd Urban, head of the THW logistics center, indicates that they are ergonomically engineering 400 sandbags per hour. Sandbags are being solicited from diverse emergence sites and neighboring states. The persistent rain has instigated considerably elevated water levels in both Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria at several sites.
Overnight at 02:25, the Bavarian Red Cross relayed that they would be deploying a water rescue unit from Unterfranken to participate in the aid operation situated in the Swabian district of Günzburg. The water rescue squadron hails from the comprehensive Unterfranken region; it has two boats and diving contingents. The watercourses in the district of Günzburg have reached levels proportional to a flood century-defining occurrence. This signifies a flood event that happens statistically once every 100 years.
At 01:27 on Sunday, an ICE train with 185 passengers on board witnessed a derailment in the Baden-Württemberg hamlet of Schwäbisch Gmünd due to a landslide. The passengers were unscathed and presently are undergoing evacuation from the train. According to a railway spokesperson, the initial two wagons veered off the rails around 23:20, but they fortuitously did not capsize. The landslide extended approximately 30 meters in width. Passengers of the ICE train are slated to sojourn at a nearby kindergarten before being shuttled to Plochingen by bus.
00:59 Landslide Hits Car
A landslide in the town of Schwäbisch Gmünd, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, impacted a vehicle. According to opening police reports last night, the car's driver remained unhurt. The landslide occurred alongside a road and a railway track that run in unison. Schwäbisch Gmünd is roughly 50 kilometers east of Stuttgart. Since Friday, there has been heavy rainfall in numerous parts of Baden-Württemberg.
00:14 Neu-Ulm Overcomes High Water Mark - Damage Uncertain
The city of Neu-Ulm has surpassed the apex of the flood wave on the Danube and Iller rivers, according to a city administration estimate. Despite high water levels, the suspected 100-year flood did not materialize. "We'll only know the extent of the damage when the situation stabilizes," declared Mayor Katrin Albsteiger in the evening. Two streets, the Donauufer paths, and bike paths near the Danube and Iller will remain closed for now.
23:44 Munich: Danger at the Isar River Bank
The Munich Fire Department cautions of peril at the Isar River bank due to high water levels. Additionally, the city administration has closed two popular walking paths along the river. The river has reached level 2, according to the Fire Department on the X platform. Level 2 signifies flooding on non-built areas or traffic interruptions caused by high water levels on roads.
23:23 Upper Bavaria: 670 People to be Evacuated
Firefighters and rescue crews are readying to evacuate 670 individuals in the Upper Bavarian community of Schrobenhausen. In the district of Mühlried and a nearby street along the Weilach River, bulldozers and boats are utilized, as per the Neuburg-Schrobenhausen District Office. The authority has also established a citizen hotline for emergencies. The municipality had previously declared a disaster scenario. The district administrator, Peter von der Grün, notes that the southern part of the Upper Bavarian district is particularly worrisome.
23:03 Numerous Fire Department Interventions in Eastern Thuringia
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are prompting numerous fire department interventions in eastern Thuringen. This is reported by the Gera control center. The region around Ronneburg in the Greiz district is especially impacted. There are flooded streets, fields, and flooded cellars. In Gera's Liebschwitz district, a small creek has surpassed its banks.
22:45 Prolonged Rainfall Expected to Lessen in the South - No Relief
According to the German Meteorological Service (DWD), the torrential rainfall in the rain-affected or endangered areas in southern Germany has somewhat subsided. A DWD meteorologist stated, "Tonight, we won't have the intense rainfall we had last night." However, new showers and thunderstorms are moving in from the north, which could increase the danger of local flooding once more, particularly in the afternoon on Sunday. These storms could be rather potent and move slowly. "If they hit the already overly wet soil, then there will be more flooding there," the meteorologist explained. Areas at risk from the storms and thunderstorms on Sunday are the Swabian Alb, locations slightly to its north, and the region encompassing Augsburg, Nuremberg, Bamberg, and Regensburg.
22:25 Disaster Situation Also in Freising
The district of Freising has also declared a disaster situation due to rivers and streams overflowing. The administration of the Upper Bavarian municipality reported in the evening that record-breaking water levels were anticipated in the Amper and Glonn rivers. The authority anticipates a significant flood in the town of Hohenkammer, along with all the towns along the Amper. Citizens are urged to ready themselves for such an extraordinary situation and, for instance, also empty their cellars. Ten Bavarian districts have now proclaimed a disaster situation.
21:50 District of Dillingen Also Declares Disaster Situation
Due to the ongoing rainfall, the district of Dillingen in the German area of Swabia has also declared a disaster situation. In the evening, the Zusam, a tributary of the Danube, became more critical, as the authority announced. The local crisis team has requested support from the Bundeswehr. The authorities expect a 100-year flood on the smaller river, which could mainly affect the nearby towns of Buttenwiesen and Wertingen. Despite this, the authorities are preparing to release water from the swollen Danube into the Riedstrom, the former natural flood zone of the river, while the district office requests local farmers to keep their livestock in secure stables.
21:09 Eighth community in Bavaria declares emergency status due to rising Danube and its tributaries
The Landkreis Neuburg-Schrobenhausen declares an emergency situation as the eighth community in Bavaria. The cause is the rising Danube and its tributaries, as reported by the Upper Bavarian municipality's district administration. The Water Management Office in Ingolstadt expects level 4 at the Neuburg gauge for the night. The situation at the Paar, one of the Danube tributaries, and at the Weilach, which flows into the Paar, is more alarming. According to the district administration, the Weilach has already overflowed in the Schrobenhausen district of Muhlried and has flooded a residential area. Emergency services are preparing the evacuation of residents there, as reported by Landrat Peter von der Grün. The situation is especially worrying in the southern part of the district. Von der Grün emphasizes that protecting roads, bridges, and roads is a top priority. "Only then can the fire brigades continue to be deployed for their tasks."
20:34 Life-threatening situation: Red Cross rescues people from rooftops with helicopters
The Bavarian Red Cross (BRK) has rescued two people from the roof of their home in Babenhausen using a helicopter. The two were in a life-threatening situation, says a BRK spokesperson. Their house in the Unterallgäu district was at risk of collapsing due to the large water masses. Other people were rescued from their homes using inflatable boats. The rescue teams brought more than 100 people to safety, including many children.
20:13 People in several places near Augsburg are urged to leave their homes
Water rescuers also had to free people from their cars, who could not open the doors themselves due to the water masses. According to the spokesperson, such a situation can quickly become life-threatening due to the current and the rising water in the car.
In several municipalities of the Landkreis Augsburg, residents are being asked to leave their homes and apartments due to the acute flood. The situation will worsen in the evening in the northern part of the district, says a spokesperson for the Augsburg district administration. Areas of Batzenhofen, Gablingen, Langweid, Eisenbrechtshofen, Biberbach, Allmannshofen, and the entire municipality of Nordendorf are affected. The government of Swabia has set up a shelter at the Augsburg fairgrounds.
19:48 Bundeswehr aids in flood-affected areas in Bavaria
Bundeswehr soldiers are assisting in the areas affected by floods in Bavaria. "The Bundeswehr is supporting the two districts of Gunzburg and Aichach-Friedberg, after both districts have filed an official request," says a spokesperson for the Bavarian Army Command. "In the vicinity of Gunzburg, blankets and field beds are being distributed. In the Landkreis Aichach-Friedberg, approximately 50 Bundeswehr soldiers will arrive in the next few hours. Additionally, two trucks of the Bundeswehr are being used."
19:20 Faeser guarantees more support
Federal Interior Minister Nancy Faeser assures the regions affected by flooding in southern Germany of additional support. "Due to the persistent heavy rain and impending floods, the THW (Technical Relief Organization) is prepared nationwide to deploy additional forces," Faeser says in Berlin. "We will continue to support the affected federal states with all available resources." With the weekend, 520 THW helpers and helpers are in action. They rescue people, secure dikes, and pump water. Faeser also thanked all the emergency responders for their efforts: "I would like to express my deep gratitude to everyone who is currently fighting against the water masses and tirelessly working to save lives." People in the areas affected by flooding in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg should pay attention to the warnings and advice from the authorities, Faeser adds. "Take these warnings seriously!"
18:58 29 hikers rescued at Zugspitze
The hikers in distress at the Zugspitze (see Live Ticker entry at 15:15 p.m.) have been rescued. 29 people have been guided by the mountain rescue service to the Gletscherrestaurant Sonnalpin at Zugspitzplatt, reports the mountain rescue service. Several groups had made distress calls, a spokesperson for the mountain rescue continues. They could not proceed about 900 meters before the Sonnalpin at an altitude of about 2500 meters due to bad weather and new snow. The mountain rescue team was en route. Employees of the Zugspitzbahn were also on their way with snow groomers to search for the hikers, says a spokesperson for the Zugspitzbahn.
18:42 Storm warning for parts of Brandenburg
The German Weather Service (DWD) warns parts of Brandenburg of the dangers of severe thunderstorms. For the districts of Dahme-Spreewald, Märkisch-Oderland, and Oder-Spree, the second-highest warning level is in place until the evening, the DWD reports. There may be lightning strikes, falling trees or power lines, falling objects, rapid flooding of roads, landslides, or hail.
18:11 Road Flooded - Closures on A3 in Bavaria
A portion of the A3 motorway between Parsberg and Beratzhausen in Bavaria, Germany, has been closed due to heavy flooding. The motorway is a major travel route in the region, and both directions have been shut down. "The water is pouring onto the roadway from the nearby fields," a police spokesperson explained. Local authorities there, including the road maintenance team, the fire department, and the police, are currently on the scene. Road traffic will be diverted, officials added.
17:51 Evacuation of a Prison in Memmingen
The justice detention center in Memmingen, Bavaria, is being evacuated due to fears of flooding. The news agency Nonstopnews reported that about 150 prisoners will be temporarily relocated to Landsberg, Kempten, and Augsburg. The nearby Memminger Ach, a small river, has overflowed and is threatening to engulf the prison. Parts of the prison's courtyard are already under water, and there is a risk of the power supply failing. Prison officials thus decided to evacuate. Emergency vehicles have arrived to assist in the relocation, which had to be carried out over flooded streets as the access road was already flooded. The fire department was also on hand with pumps to clear water from the prison.
17:35 Swabia Grapples with High Water Levels
Prolonged rainfall has led to high water levels at several gauges in Swabia. Locations such as Neu-Ulm Bad Held (Danube), Hasberg (Mindel), Fleinhausen (Zusam), Fischach (Schmutter), and Nattenhausen (Günz) have already reached level 4. Dasing (Paar) is expected to reach that level as well. There are 100-year floods in Nattenhausen, the Hochwassernachrichtendienst (HND) reported. In other locations, there are individual gauges experiencing level 1 and 2 overflows with an increasing trend, including along the northern Donau tributaries of Wörnitz, Sulzach, Altmühl, Schwarze Laber, and Naab. A gauging station in Dasing will likely see level 4 as well. In Dasing, as well as the Regen in Cham, Upper Palatinate, rivers have swelled.
The Pegel Wiblingen (Iller) is expected to peak at level 3, while the water in the lower Iller region is already beginning to recede. But in the northern Donau tributaries of Wörnitz, Sulzach, Altmühl, Schwarze Laber, and Naab, some gauges are already experiencing overflows at level 1 and 2. From Neu-Ulm to Kelheim, the water levels are anticipated to reach Meldestufe 3 by the day's end, affecting the cities of Günzburg, Donauwörth, and Neuburg. The water level at the Pegel Kelheim will likely follow suit. In the Donau section heading north to Passau, there are predicted increases to levels 1 and 2.
17:23 Munich Airport Manages Flights Despite Weather Conditions
Despite heavy rainfall throughout parts of Bavaria, flight operations at Munich Airport are running smoothly with no expected cancellations. The airport was built with a higher elevation, and its runways are sunken on the edges to allow water to drain off effectively. The runways also have grooves that speed up runoff. The airport does not foresee any significant issues for the remainder of the weekend.
17:07 Söder: "This is Not Over Yet"
Minister-President Markus Söder has toured the heavily affected region of Swabia and expressed his gratitude to the helpers and authorities. "We are crisis-tested in Bavaria," he remarked in front of Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann. He also noted that the situation is very challenging for residents. "This is just the beginning," Söder added. Crisis resources are being assembled in this region, especially sandbags. Thanking the rescuers-firefighters, Red Cross, police, and Technical Relief Organization, he called on citizens to follow the rules. Rescue personnel demonstrating exemplary commitment should not be disregarded. Evacuation orders must be obeyed, Söder told the citizens, emphasizing that they should not venture back into their basements nor attempt to navigate their cars out of their garages.
Bad weather in Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria is also causing issues with trains. As confirmed by Deutsche Bahn, there are disruptions and train failures in southern Germany. Two ICE lines are notably affected, as mentioned by a spokesperson. There won't be any trains running between Munich, Bregenz, and Zurich all day on Saturday due to the flooding. The line between Ulm and Augsburg is also impacted. For more information about track closures, failures, and delays, check the Bahn website.
16:12 Emergency situation extends to Unterallgäu - A white cloth hung from window signals need for assistance
Unterallgäu in Bavaria is now in the midst of a disaster situation. In the town of Babenhausen, a section of the mobile phone network has malfunctioned. To seek help if unable to make an emergency call, the district administration suggests hanging a white sheet or cloth out of the window or making oneself visible at the window. Paramedics are already rescuing residents from their homes with inflatable boats.
15:57 Over 400 THW workers assisting in South Germany
Thanks to the storms in southern Germany, approximately 400 members of the Technical Relief Organization (THW) are actively working at the moment. This is mentioned by the THW in Bonn. They're busy with pumping water, securing dams, and evacuating people if necessary. "Given the persistent and sometimes heavy rain that has been occurring, the THW is prepared to deploy even more THW members specifically," the spokesperson stated. Also, mobile flood monitors are being installed and monitored in the affected areas. "Given the increasingly severe weather predictions and the possible occurrence of further floods in the coming hours, the THW is ready to deploy more THW members." Each THW group consists of roughly 40 staff members; they work with three sewage pumps, a generator, an exploration vehicle, and a command post. Each help group can pump up to 30,000 liters of water per minute.
15:37 All warns of floods on one map
This map showcases all the current flood alerts. It's frequently updated.
15:15 Group of 26 climbers stranded near Zugspitze summit
Straight from BR, a 26-member climbing group is apparently stuck several hundred meters below Zugspitze's summit. It's snowed for about 60 cm on top of the Zugspitze, while heavy rain is falling in the valley. Temperatures are below zero, and visibility is approximately 100 meters. Various rescue teams have been sent to navigate through the blizzard to search for the climbers. The group appears exhausted and possibly not equipped with the necessary resources. The WHY of attempting to climb in such severe weather conditions remains unclear.
14:52 Donau-Ries District declares Part 5 Disaster Decree
The Donau-Ries District in Bavaria, also known as the Donau-Ries Landkreis, has implemented the disaster decree. The district governor, Stefan Roßle, gave a statement explaining, "The purpose of the disaster declaration is to bring all the forces together and ensure that we can prepare ourselves more quickly and efficiently for the predicted water levels." He emphasized the importance of “remaining calm and avoiding low-lying areas as much as possible."
14:20 Dam breaches in Augsburg District - Evacuations prepared in Diedorf
In Augsburg's Swabian district, a dam and a dike have both collapsed. The district administration released this report. The residents of certain streets in the Diedorf district of Arrssenberg must leave their homes. Evacuation preparations are underway in Anhausen, a district of Diedorf. "It is no longer possible to remain in your homes by simply moving to higher floors." The dam in Burggalden burst, and the dike at the Anhauser Weiher in Diedorf lost its integrity. The authorities recommend that all residents of the affected areas leave their homes within the hour. They should go to the Diedorf Schmuttertalhalle. Officials also strongly advise staying clear of railway underpasses as floodwaters might flow through them. The situation is potentially life-threatening.
Minister President Söder and Interior Minister Herrmann visit flood area
Bavaria's Minister President, Markus Söder, and Interior Minister, Joachim Herrmann, are currently touring the flood-affected areas in the Augsburg district of Diedorf. The two CSU politicians desire to observe the flood situation firsthand. Joining them is District Administrator Martin Sailer. The location of the visit was adjusted at the last minute due to the critical situation. In Diedorf, residents are being prepared for evacuation. The flooding is most severe in Swabia. Alongside the district of Gunzburg, the districts of Augsburg and Aichach-Friedberg have both declared disaster situations.
The flood condition in Meckenbeuren continues to be worrisome. The water level of the Schussen river in Meckenbeuren located in the Bodenseekreis is escalating even more. According to a town spokesperson, the height went up to 4.72 meters in the afternoon. It's anticipated that the peak will occur soon. During the previous flood in 2021, the river was at a height of 4.50 meters. Typically, it holds 45 centimeters of water. On Friday evening, the municipality suggested around 1300 individuals, proactively, to vacate their homes. The majority of them went to stay with friends or family members. Only a very minimal number of people utilized a shelter. To safeguard against possible damage from the floods, schools, daycare centers, and halls were cleared out beforehand. In the city with 14,000 residents, bridges were also shut down proactively.
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