Civic engagement - Verden fire department: Repairing a lot of flood damage themselves
In many cases, citizens in the district of Verden will probably have to repairflood damage themselves. Emergency services can only help in certain cases, as the district fire department announced on Tuesday. If buildings or roads are sinking or cracks are visible, citizens should alert the fire department or the technical relief organization.
In the event of damage to gas or electrical installations, the responsible energy supplier should be informed. In most other cases, the fire department asks that citizens help themselves or offer help to others, for example to dry out cellars. The fire department can only help with pumps if the water level is 15 centimetres or more; there are no tools available to completely drain the basement. When groundwater levels are high, it is not always advisable to pump out flooded cellars. It is not possible to clear cellars or garages, nor is it possible to lend materials such as heating components or drainage systems.
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- Despite the efforts of the Verden fire department in repairing flood damage, residents in Lower Saxony's district of Verden may still need to handle a significant portion of the flood damage on their own, as advised by the authorities.
- In the aftermath of the flood, the technical relief organization THW has been called upon to assist in certain emergency situations, working alongside the local fire department to aid citizens in their time of need.
- It's important for citizens in flood-stricken areas of Lower Saxony to remain vigilant and cautious, immediately reporting any signs of danger - such as sinking buildings or visible cracks - to their local fire department or THW branch to ensure prompt assistance and minimize flood damage.
Source: www.stern.de
