State of Emergency in Southern Germany: Severe Flooding Triggers Evacuations and Safety Warnings

June 3, 2024
State of Emergency in Southern Germany: Severe Flooding Triggers Evacuations and Safety Warnings
  • Severe flooding has hit southern Germany, particularly in Bavaria's Landkreis Garmisch-Partenkirchen and the Rosenheim district.

  • A state of emergency has been declared in Landkreis Rosenheim due to heavy rainfall causing rising water levels in streams and rivers.

  • Evacuations have been prepared in Rohrdorf, with reports of flooded basements in Bad Feilnbach and Raubling.

  • Residents are advised to avoid flood-prone areas and stay away from water bodies.

  • In Rosenheim, the situation remains uncertain with the possibility of reaching high flood alert levels along the Mangfall river.

  • The district has issued a warning to residents to stay at home due to the high risk of flooding.

  • The flooding emphasizes the urgent need for climate change awareness and safety regulations amid extreme weather events.

  • Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Interior Minister Faeser, and Bavarian Premier Soder have expressed solidarity with those affected and pledged support.

  • The government is working to provide quick assistance to those in need as firefighters and THW teams mobilize to handle the situation.

  • Residents are urged to remain vigilant and follow safety guidelines during this challenging time.

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