Elbe under pressure: flood warnings alert dresden!

Elbe under pressure: flood warnings alert dresden!

Magdeburg, Deutschland - What's going on in the Elbe? At the moment, the water levels of the important European river, which rises in the Czech Republic and flows through many cities in East Germany, are a hot topic. A worrying situation will be observed today, especially today, on June 18, 2025. According to information from DNN, the Elbe begins to rise and the flood warnings for Saxony are up to date again. Famous cities such as Dresden and Magdeburg, which are located directly on the Elbe, are at the pulse of events. Here the water levels in Dresden are viewed particularly critically, because they are crucial for the flood warnings.

The Elbe is one of the largest rivers in Europe and combines the beauty of nature with an enormous meaning for the region. In addition to the idyllic views of the city landscapes, she also brings challenges. Alarm levels that are issued by the state flood center are crucial. Alarm level 1, which begins with small floods, has now exceeded the guideline. Therefore, quick action is required. In order to protect the population, mobile flood scenes are activated when the water level increases over critical values. In Dresden these are activated at around 6.10 m and 7 m.

Current water levels and warnings

The last update of the water levels took place today at 01:30 a.m., as the information from Environment Saxony shows. It should be noted that all information is without guarantee. Historical comparisons can also be used on the information platform Undine, which provides data on extreme hydrological events. This information makes it possible to better classify current developments and recognize possible dangers in good time. The development of the water levels, which have increased more than 5 cm in the past two hours, is particularly important

• Critical levels in Dresden:
• 5.5 m: terrace bank is blocked
• 6.10 m: Activation at Weißeritzstraße
• 7 m: Activation on the Ostraufer

These warnings can be communicated via various channels such as radio, television and social media in order to inform the population as best as possible. Local flood events from heavy rain in particular are often difficult to predict, which is why those responsible rely on the current weather warnings of the German Weather Service.

The force of the water

flood can cause great damage. The highest water level of the Elbe in Dresden was registered with 940 cm in August 2002 and at the time the city presented massive challenges. These historical extreme events are also part of the Undine database, which gives us a valuable insight into past high and low water events.

In the current situation, it is important to be vigilant. The city of Dresden informs its citizens about the developments about the website and the warning channels are active. Official contacts are available to clarify questions and pass on information.

flood and low water are part of the natural cycle of the waters and, however, always represent a challenge for the affected neighboring companies. It remains to be seen how the situation will develop in the coming days. The Elbe once again shows that it is a dynamic partner in the landscape that brings both beauty and risks.