Flood aid in Lower Austria: 26,000 euros for affected families!

Flood aid in Lower Austria: 26,000 euros for affected families!

In the middle of the devastating consequences of the flood, which caused great destruction in Lower Austria in September 2024, the members of the association "We Lower Austrians in Vienna" show impressive solidarity. At their December Stammtisch in the Lower Austria Palais, they presented Sissi Pröll, the president of "Help in their own country", a check for 26,000 euros. This was a significant step to support the flood victims, since the association had collected a total of 25,545 euros, which were rounded up by club chairman Erwin Hateseder. Sissi Pröll emphasized that "help in his own country" has already provided 450,000 euros for the support of 80 affected families, which underlines the dramatic effects of the natural disaster. This disaster caused around 90 million euros in damage and thus presented a record in the more than 100-year history of Lower Austria Versicherung, reported Stefan Jauk, General Director of the Insurance.

strong together in times of crisis

Erwin Pröll, Governor A.D. and patron of the initiative "We help in Lower Austria", emphasized the extraordinary cohesion in the region. He appealed to the people to support each other and help: "I can only guess how the Lower Austrians are doing. My thoughts are with them, with all those who have lost so much, perhaps even everything through the water masses." The fire brigade, rescue and police as well as numerous volunteers were recognized for their tireless efforts and selflessness during this crisis situation.

Sissi Pröll continued that many people, often with special needs, rely on the support of “help in their own country”. "The flood has also washed away wheelchairs or destroyed stairlifts. There are many who are looking for help because of this catastrophe," she said. The aid organization was founded 60 years ago and again sees itself as an important point of contact for people in acute emergency situations. In the face of the flood, which has severely affected the life of many, both protagonists recalled that other fates in the country also have to pay attention. As meinzirk.at , these aid actions are essential to give the affected hope and perspectives in a difficult time.