Finally protection for Neundorf: The highest building against floods is ready!

Finally protection for Neundorf: The highest building against floods is ready!

The tranquil village of Neundorf, part of Suhl, has now taken another step to prepare for the challenges of the flood. On Thursday, the last component became an integral part of the Steinbach, which in the past often came over his banks after heavy rains or during the snow melting. The new, 37 -ton element is acted as an overflow and ensures that water is derived into a relief channel when overcrowding is derived. Under honorable circumstances, this building was used in cloudy weather, which initially delayed the work by two hours, since rain filled the excavation pit and the mud had to be removed with an excavator. The city of Suhl is determined to offer residents a safe environment, especially since floods have already led to floods in cellars and on streets, so reports MDR.

But that's not the only thing that is currently moving in Neundorf. The renovation of the Steinbach, which extends over several construction phases, has devoured several million euros since 2013. The last construction phase is completed as quickly as possible and a lot is currently being prepared. A concrete corset gave the stream a new shape in its lower sections, while the upper areas still flow natural. The residents know about the dangers that threaten to flood; Again and again they were haunted by floods on the street and in their basements, like it [Inüdthueringen] (https://www.insuedthueringen.de/inhalt.investitations-mehr-fuer- Herbst-akt-im-neundorfer-Hochwasschutz.1858f746-cb92-467-385c46b3fd.html) reported.

climate adjustment in the focus

In times when the consequences of the climate crisis in Germany are becoming increasingly noticeable, the topic of flood protection is particularly important. Weather extremes such as heavy rain and floods increase. Therefore, the need to adapt to these changes is more pressing than ever. Current concepts, such as that of the "sponge city", offer solutions to have water seeped into unsealed areas and thus protect the basement and streets. In addition, the federal government passed the first nationwide climate adaptation law at the end of 2023, which will come into force until July 2024. This requires the countries to develop climate adaptation concepts in order to systematically react to extreme weather events, such as Federal Environment Ministry explained.

In Neundorf it shows how important such initiatives are. From the gained experience through floods it becomes clear that investments in flood protection are essential. With around 6.8 million euros, which the city of Suhl itself invests, and additional funds from other institutions, the total construction costs amount to around 8.3 million euros. The street "An der Hasel" is completely renovated, and new rain, dirt and drinking water channels as well as gas and power lines have been integrated into the work. The third construction phase is to be completed this year.

It remains to be hoped that the measures taken will bear fruit and Neundorf will become a bit safer. Cooperation and investments are the key to the future.