Flood alarm in Dresden: Elbe crosses critical levels!

Compare current levels

The Elbe is not only observed in Dresden; Several locations along the river are regularly measured. To get a detailed picture, we look at the water levels at different points:

While the levels in Wittenberge and Magdeburg are 149 cm or 106 cm, other places such as Hitzacker with 124 cm or k. The total monitoring takes place through various institutions, with the flood center playing a central role. Citizens reach warnings through several channels, be it radio, television or even social media.

Especially where the Elbe flows, lies in the overall German interest, since it is not only scenic, but also protects and cares for numerous communities. The highest water level in Dresden was 940 cm, which shows impressively how dynamic the situation can be.

What remains is the important observation of the water levels in connection with the usual flood measures that take a good hand like a lucky coincidence - you need a good hand!

The city of Dresden has also set up an informative website that regularly keeps up to date on the current state of flood measures. In this encounter with nature, it is crucial to be vigilant and to trust the tried and tested systems.