2024-09-21 09:00:08
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Flooding Crisis Across Central Europe

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Central Europe is grappling with severe flooding, particularly impacting regions along the Oder River. In Brandenburg, alert level four has been declared in Ratzdorf as Prime Minister Woidke inspects preparations amidst rising water levels.

Meanwhile, Poland's Lubusz Voivodeship and West Pomerania are bracing for the peak flood, with historical records indicating significant risks. Austria faces catastrophic damage from recent floods, with repair costs estimated between 600-700 million euros and potentially billions more.

The local community is rallying together, despite political divisions surrounding the crisis. As the EU pledges substantial aid, the consequences of climate change and poor land management become increasingly apparent.

In Hungary, rising floodwaters have resulted in closed roads and interrupted transport services. The situation remains dire, and many affected areas are still grappling with the aftermath, as authorities work tirelessly to manage the crisis and assist those in need.

zeit
20. September 2024 um 15:11

Flooding: Oder's peak approaches Brandenburg

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Environment
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Oder flood threatens Brandenburg: Alert level four in Ratzdorf, Prime Minister Woidke inspects preparations. Flood damage in Austria enormous: 600-700 million euros in repair costs, billions possible. In Poland, the Lubusz Voivodeship is preparing for the flood peak in Nowa Sól, and West Pomerania is also taking precautions. Increased water levels on the Elbe and Moldau could continue until the end of September.
Tagesspiegel
21. September 2024 um 02:27

Forecast: Woidke gets an overview of the flood situation

Politics
Brandenburg's Prime Minister Woidke is informing himself about the flood situation in Frankfurt (Oder). Forecast: Highest alert level at the Ratzdorf gauge, just below that in Eisenhüttenstadt and Frankfurt (Oder). Preparation of evacuations at alert level 4.
rbb24
21. September 2024 um 07:17

Live ticker on the flood: Oder-Spree intensifies preparations +++ All-clear in Prignitz

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Historic Oder water level reached 6.56 meters in 1997; alarm level 3 expected in Frankfurt (Oder) and Eisenhüttenstadt; alarm level 4 with Oder water level up to 6.17 meters forecast in Ratzdorf. The Wittenberge gauge on the Elbe will reach 4-4.5 meters; no additional precipitation in Prignitz; inflows into the Elbe are stable.
The Guardian
21. September 2024 um 06:50

‘Catastrophe region’: Austrian city faces up to scale of damage left by deadly flooding

Politics
Environment
Devastating floods hit Austria, killing dozens. St Pölten faced critical situation as Deputy Fire Chief Mateusz Fryn reacted to overwhelmed defences. Authorities estimate rebuilding will take years. EU provides €10bn in aid as climate change and human land use worsen floods from Storm Boris. Political divisions emerge, with some parties denying crisis. Community spirit shines as neighbors band together. WWF Austria report highlights soil sealing issues.
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