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High water or low water? Current water levels of the Elbe in Dresden!
On December 15, 2024, Dresden will provide information about current water levels on the Elbe and possible flood warnings.
High water or low water? Current water levels of the Elbe in Dresden!
On December 15, 2024, an alarm will be raised in Dresden about rising water levels in the Elbe. The river, one of the largest in Europe, currently has water levels of 224 cm, which is already leading to concerns about possible flood risks. How DNN reported that the first street that could be affected by flooding is the Terrassenufer, which often has to be closed when the water level is over 5.5 meters. At a value of 6.10 meters, the mobile flood protection gates are activated, which illustrates the preparatory measures in the city.
Water level and flow values at a glance
According to current measurements from December 15th, 6:45 a.m., the water level of the Elbe in Dresden reaches 224 cm, with the flow rate being 384 m³/s. These are critical values that are already reminiscent of alert level 1, the first warning level for floods. The forecast also shows that water levels could vary slightly in the coming hours Information from the Saxony Ministry of the Environment demonstrate. In this context, it should also be noted that the measured values are not significantly distorted due to the partial collapse of the Carola Bridge.
The current guidelines for flooding in Saxony are clearly defined: Alert level 1 starts at 400 cm, followed by alert level 2 at 500 cm, which can result in serious flooding. Given the changing water levels, the situation on the Elbe remains tense and the population is asked to remain vigilant.