Flood in Lower Austria: Fire brigade youth shows huge commitment!
Flood in Lower Austria: Fire brigade youth shows huge commitment!
The dramatic weather events in September 2024 hit Lower Austria when a massive flood affected the region between the 13th and 20th September. Maximum drains were found on September 14th in the Waldviertel and spread over the entire state until September 15th. The Donau, March and Leitha rivers only reached their highs on September 17th to 19th. This catastrophic flood event was not only an alarming example of the vulnerability of the region compared to natural forces, but also led to significant changes in the water balance, since the groundwater levels only slowly decreased. This hydrological analysis was created by experts in order to better understand the proportions of the event and to minimize possible future risks, such as noe.gv.at reported.
In view of these challenges, District Fire Brigade Commander Rudolf Katzengruber emphasized the need for a well -trained and committed fire brigade. He was particularly pleased with the commitment of the youth: 812 young fire brigade members between the ages of ten and 15 and 157 children in the fire brigade youth are active in order to be able to intervene quickly in an emergency. Katzengruber said: "The September flood in Lower Austria has shown us: We need a lot of helping hands, talents and skills to be equipped for all kinds of missions," said Noen.at .| Details | |
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| Ort | Niederösterreich, Österreich |
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