Flood alarm in Saxony: Elbe level drops dramatically!

Flood alarm in Saxony: Elbe level drops dramatically!

Dresden, Deutschland - Today, on June 15, 2025, the levels of the Elbe are the focus of attention, because the river is considered one of the largest in Europe and crosses several federal states, including Saxony. The current conditions are important for residents in terms of both floods and low water. In Dresden, the situation is currently somewhat tense, because the water level is 78 cm, which is 47 % below the average of 149 cm. This has an impact on the flood warnings in the region, about the dnn.de.

A look at the other level stations along the Elbe shows similar developments. Schöna records a current level of 92 cm, which is 44 % below the mean. And also in Meißen and Riesa, the water levels, with 127 cm and 149 cm, are well below the usual values. These general low water levels make it clear that no acute flood alarm is currently being triggered, which is a certain relief for the residents.

flood warnings and security

Nevertheless, the flood warning in Saxony is not entirely of importance. From a level of 5.5 m, the terrace bank is closed in Dresden, and when increasing to over 6.10 m, the flood scenes are used. Alarm levels vary from small floods to very large ones, in which larger areas are flooded. The residents can find out more about current levels about an efficient information service. The nlwkn Niedersachsen ensures this by providing water level data and Flood registration services.

The flood registration services in Lower Saxony have clear guidelines and switch into action when the registration levels are reached or exceeded. The new Darchau level is particularly paid to the level. From a level of 550 cm, the responsible authorities are informed immediately. Such measures ensure that the population is warned in good time and has security.

long -term perspectives and measures

Responsibility for flood warnings share various institutions that pull together together. At low water level, such as the current level, regular surveillance is still necessary despite the relaxation. Wetteronline offers current levels, including outside of Dresden, - including Magdeburg with a level of 79 cm, Wittenberg at 112 cm and Dessau at 96 cm.

With the currently available data, both citizens and those responsible can assess the situation and take appropriate measures. In the current situation, the interaction of meteorology and hydrology is impressively illustrated. So let's stay up to date and hope that the Elbe will remain true to its normal behavior pattern.