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Uferstrasse closed in Rochlitz: drivers have to take detours!
The Uferstrasse in Rochlitz has been closed since the beginning of the week. Mayor Dehne provides information about flood warnings and risk management.
Uferstrasse closed in Rochlitz: drivers have to take detours!
The road situation in Rochlitz is currently completely closed: the riverside road on the Mulde has been closed since the beginning of the week, which primarily affects drivers who want to get to the parking lot on the Bleiche. There is currently no work in progress at the closed area near Fischergasse. In order to understand the background to the closure, Mayor Frank Dehne refers to the State Dam Administration (LTV), which is related to flood warnings.
But what exactly is behind these flood warnings? Like that State Environment Agency As noted, floods can occur regionally as well as nationally. While smaller streams and rivers can quickly overflow their banks, flooding in larger bodies of water such as the Mulde is rare. This is not only important for residents to know, but also has an impact on the traffic situation in the region.
Important information about flooding
Flood risk management is crucial to prevent damage from such natural events. According to that Federal Environment Agency However, complete protection against flooding is not technically or economically feasible. Therefore, it is necessary to apply comprehensive management, which includes not only preventive measures, but also preparation for flood events and support in their management.
The past flood events, such as the extreme cases in July 2021, have clearly shown that the need for action is great. In North Rhine-Westphalia, a 10-point work plan for flood protection in times of climate change was drawn up, which addresses the various levels of flood risk management. Cooperation between different institutions is essential in order to effectively minimize the dangers and protect the affected areas.
- Hochwasser können in verschiedenen Ausprägungen auftreten:
- lokal (in einzelnen Ortsteilen)
- regional (in kleineren Bächen und Flüssen)
- überregional (z.B. Hochwasser 2013 oder 2002)
A central point are the flood risk and hazard maps, which visualize flood areas and show potential damage. These maps and the corresponding risk management plans are intended to help reduce the negative consequences of flood situations and better inform the public.
In Rochlitz, the current traffic situation is a clear sign of the effects that flood warnings can have. While the city administration deals with the challenges, residents and road users can only hope that the lockdown can be lifted soon and normality returns.