Resident raises the alarm: Dangerous spot in Rehna causes puddle chaos!

Resident raises the alarm: Dangerous spot in Rehna causes puddle chaos!

In Rehna, not far from federal highway 104, residents have alerted people to a dangerous situation. At the rainwater inlet, which is located just behind the railway tracks, a landscape of weeds has spread, which massively hinders the drainage of rainwater. The dissatisfaction of the residents, including Hans-Hermann Lüders, is exacerbated not least by the years of neglect of the inlet. “Nordkurier” reports that Lüders has serious concerns about safety, especially since a puddle with a diameter of up to four meters forms when it rains, which freezes in winter.

Mayor Martin Reininghaus responded to the complaints, but made it clear that the city was not responsible for this construction project. The state made the decision, which further frustrates Lüders. He wonders why almost 160,000 euros were invested in the new cycle path between Rehna and Nesow, which, as he complains, already has broken edges and transverse cracks. For Lüders, cleaning the rainwater inlet would be essential to prevent falls and ensure the safety of residents.

Measures to improve water supply

Numerous municipal projects are concerned with improving water supply and drainage. For example, permeable concrete blocks were installed for the cycle path on District Road 23 in Neubeckum, which were specifically designed to increase water permeability. This approach could also come into play here in Rehna. A This Magazine study shows that the installation of HS partial seepage pipes from Funke Kunststoffe GmbH in the cycle path of the district road contributed significantly to drainage. These pipes have slots that absorb and drain water optimally, which is an effective step in preventing flooding.

Municipalities that choose an integrated approach to stormwater management have a good hand. The Federal Environment Agency explains that decentralized measures such as unsealing areas or using water-permeable coverings are becoming increasingly important. By retaining rainwater in hollows or using street trees, the water can be naturally returned to the cycle.

The way forward

In addition to cleaning the rainwater inlet, Lüders suggests installing a seepage shaft to allow the water to drain away efficiently. This measure could not only increase the safety of residents, but also protect the environment by better managing stormwater. The residents hope that these suggestions will be taken seriously and incorporated into the planning of future projects in order to permanently eliminate the danger at this point.