Flood protection in Bernburg: 12.5 million euros for security!

Flood protection in Bernburg: 12.5 million euros for security!

In Bernburg, investments are being vigorously invested in flood protection! There are currently two construction phases on the western bank of the Saale, and a section is already complete. As the MZ , the construction work is part of an extensive measure that will cost a total of around 12.5 million euros. These funds come from the European Fund for Regional Development (EFRE). On Friday, June 27, Environment Minister Armin Willingmann and Martina Großen-Sudhues will present the news directly on site.

But that's not all, because flood protection measures are a central concern of the state government. According to the Lvwa Funding programs such as the European Agricultural Fund are ready for the development of rural areas (ELER) and ERDRE to advance the improvement of flood protection. The aim is to better protect the population from potential flood events, especially in the municipalities in Saxony-Anhalt.

Current challenges through weather events

The need for such measures is particularly emphasized by the increasing storm symptoms. Weather services regularly warn of heavy rain and hail that can cause considerable damage in many regions, including Saxony-Anhalt. In this context, the MWU the frequency of such extreme weather events increases. Heavy rain not only causes fall floods, but can also lead to dangerous mudslings, especially on slopes.

The dangers of heavy rain are diverse: faster surface outflow and backlogs on narrow points such as bridges are just a few of the challenges with which cities and municipalities are faced with. Therefore, those responsible work to minimize damage to the municipal infrastructure and to clarify the citizens about suitable protective measures. Here, funding programs of EU, the federal and state governments play a crucial role.

practical measures and grants

For property owners, it is important to take independent pension measures. Structural adjustments and the conclusion of elementary damage insurance are recommended. In addition, municipalities should carry out risk analyzes in order to identify endangered areas and act targeted. All of this information can also be found in the new information flyers of the Ministry of the Environment.

The integration of these funded programs into local planning is essential. This is the only way to ensure a future -oriented improvement in flood protection, so that the population can be better protection even in extreme weather conditions. So it becomes clear: flood protection not only has a high priority for the municipalities, but for every single individual in the country.