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Severe weather alert: flood warnings for our region - prepare yourself!
Storm warnings in Saxony: Rising water levels and possible flooding threaten the population and infrastructure.
Severe weather alert: flood warnings for our region - prepare yourself!
Severe storms caused excitement in Cologne and the surrounding area today. Many streets and basements are flooded and more rain is imminent, according to meteorologists. In view of the threateningly rising river levels, the state flood control center has issued a warning via the population warning app Nina. This ranges from alert level 1 to alert level 2, which means possible flooding is to be expected. This affects agricultural areas, private properties and also traffic. blick.de reports that the population is urged to prepare for possible flooding.
The recommended protective measures are clear: It is best to follow all official warnings, keep a short distance from water and secure your own property. This includes, for example, removing cars from areas at risk of flooding. Meteorologists warn that the situation could become even more critical as a result of continued rainfall. Therefore, keep your eyes open and be careful.
Current level data
For current data on water levels, the provider LevelAlarm is the right place to go. Managing Director Johannes Strassmayr communicates that the platform is constantly being optimized to meet user needs. The team is working hard to integrate new bodies of water into the database and improve usability. Particularly noteworthy is the trained combination of technology and a personal view of customer needs.
Günter Öller, teacher of physics and computer science and also responsible for the development of the PegelAlarm web platform, mentions that it is important to continuously provide new information about river levels. The cross-state flood portal (LHP) supports this. It is operated by the German federal states and offers up-to-date reports on flood levels as well as recommendations for action. hochwasserzentralen.de shows how important it is to regularly inform yourself about the flood situation.
The population is therefore asked to be vigilant and prepare for the weather conditions. If there are weather conditions in the room, “something is happening”, so it’s best to be prepared. Whether standing up during the next flood or simply staying level-headed, the safety of citizens is the top priority. Let’s stay vigilant and well informed!