Flooding Alerts in Saxony-Anhalt and Bavaria
Recent thaws and continuous rainfall over the past few days have led to a significant surge in water levels for several rivers in Saxony-Anhalt.
The level on the Dumme near Tylsen and the Ohre near Wolmirstedt has reached alert level two, as indicated by the Saxony-Anhalt State Office for Flood Protection and Water Management. When the alert level reaches three, it signifies the possibility of the first flooding of individual properties, streets, or cellars.
As per flood forecasting predictions, water levels are expected to continue increasing over the next few days due to the forecast rainfall. The warning limits have already been exceeded for the Weiße Elster, the Wipper, and the Warme Bode rivers, marking the lowest level of flood exceedance.
A similar scenario unfolds in Bavaria, with water levels expected to rise once again in the coming days, particularly along the Danube and south of the Danube. The German Weather Service (DWD) continues to warn about heavy thaws in some areas, mainly in the Alps and Allgäu region, in Bavaria.
Bavaria undergoes division based on the flood situation, as explained by the HND spokesperson. Further rainfall is not anticipated in northern Bavaria for the following days, enabling the floodwaters to drain away. However, in southern Bavaria, the precipitation is expected to be heavier, causing water levels to rise again in certain regions, possibly reaching warning level 3. In certain instances, water or dam weirs may need to be used.
Relevant Insights:
- Cold Weather in Germany: Severe cold gripped Saxony-Anhalt and various parts of Germany, with temperatures dropping to -15.5 degrees Celsius in Coschen, Brandenburg, and -17.9 degrees Celsius in Sohland an der Spree, Saxony. The German Weather Service issued warnings regarding severe frost expected throughout the day, advising residents to prepare for the cold.
- River Basin Management and Flood Risk Management in Germany: The European Commission's report on implementing the Water Framework Directive and the Floods Directive includes information on river basin management plans and flood risk management plans for Germany. However, this report does not provide real-time data or specific information on current river levels or flooding.
- February Weather in Germany: The weather in Germany in February is expected to be cold with varying temperatures. Although the source does not provide specific data on river levels, the cold weather conditions may impact water levels and potential flooding.
For accurate and real-time information on water levels and potential flooding in Saxony-Anhalt and Bavaria, you should consult a reliable weather or flood warning service.
