Flood risk in Dresden: The level of the Elbe rises dramatically!

Flood risk in Dresden: The level of the Elbe rises dramatically!

currently the Elbe in the Dresden area shows worrying water levels this Christmas, December 25, 2024. The water level has risen to 191 cm, the flow is 309 m³/s. This is a critical level that alarmed and puts the authorities on standby. In the past few hours, the values ​​commuted between 188 and 192 cm, which indicates an unstable situation. The bank areas and streets near the terrace bank in particular could be at risk, since there is a high risk of flooding, such as dnn.de reported.

For Dresden, various alarm levels apply for floods that depend on the level of the level. For example, at a value over 5.5 meters, the terrace bank is often blocked. However, the level is currently moving in an area that creates role models for flood warnings, but without reaching the most extreme alarm levels. According to the latest data from Environment.sachsen.de , the corresponding values ​​are currently significantly below the critical markings from 400 cm for alarm level 4.

In addition, it is emphasized that the water level and flow values ​​could be influenced by the partial collapse of the carol bridge, which makes data measurement more complex. Local warning systems and the flood center continuously observe the situation in order to communicate potential dangers for the residents in good time. Citizens are asked to pursue the official channels of the city of Dresden for current information and take precautions.