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Flood warning: Elbe in Wittenberge reaches critical level!
Prignitz warns of flooding in the Elbe on September 18, 2025. Read current water levels and information from the authorities now.
Flood warning: Elbe in Wittenberge reaches critical level!
On September 18, 2025, the water level of the Elbe in Wittenberge could lead to worrying flooding. Martin Ferch from the city of Wittenberge warns the population and recommends taking the authorities' advice seriously. The Elbe has repeatedly caused flooding in the past, this was particularly impressive in 2002 and 2013. The following sections explain which expected water levels could become almost critical.
Current water levels show that the situation is currently under control, but with alarming trends. As data from WetterOnline shows, the water level in Wittenberge is currently 121 cm. This corresponds to 45% less than the mean water level, which was recorded at 223 cm. In the cities located in the upper Elbe catchment area, the water levels are also in the lower range:
- Schöna: 108 cm (34% unter Mittelwert)
- Dresden: 93 cm (37% unter Mittelwert)
- Meißen: 147 cm (27% unter Mittelwert)
- Riesa: 165 cm (24% unter Mittelwert)
- Torgau: 88 cm (43% unter Mittelwert)
- Wittenberg: 109 cm (44% unter Mittelwert)
Flood warning levels in Brandenburg
The flood warning levels in Brandenburg are clearly defined:
- Alarmstufe 1: Kleines Hochwasser, erste Anzeichen der Ausuferung.
- Alarmstufe 2: Mittleres Hochwasser, Überflutung von Grünland.
- Alarmstufe 3: Großes Hochwasser, erste Grundstücksüberflutungen.
- Alarmstufe 4: Sehr großes Hochwasser, Überflutung weitläufiger Flächen.
A water level of around 4 m at Nedwighafen already leads to the closure of parking spaces and precautionary measures. For the Elbe bridges, however, there was no need to close them in 2013 with a high of 7.85 m.
Measuring system and warnings
The level measurements are recorded by a system in the level house and archived in a digital format. Warnings from flood reporting services reach the population via media, sirens and loudspeaker announcements, among other things. This information is crucial in order to take appropriate steps to protect yourself in a timely manner.
The Undine platform, funded by the Federal Environment Ministry, not only offers current water levels, but also historical data on extreme events. This makes it possible to compare how flood and low water events have developed over time undine.bafg.de.
By the way, fishing is permitted in the Elbe near Wittenberge, with fishing permits available for €13 day tickets and €25 weekly tickets. Fishing not only gives the region a sporting appeal, but also combines tradition with nature conservation.