Last night, Germany experienced severe weather that resulted in a tragic outcome. In Bavaria, a firefighter lost his life during an evacuation as high winds and heavy rain caused flooding. Meanwhile, a high-speed train derailed in Baden-Württemberg with no reported injuries. Early Sunday morning, the body of a missing aid worker was found after a failed rescue attempt with a capsized boat in Pfaffenhofen an der Ilm. Despite the challenges faced by emergency services, they continue to work tirelessly to ensure the safety of residents and travelers in the affected areas.
Heavy rainfall caused flooding throughout southern Germany last night, resulting in the declaration of a state of emergency in several districts including Günzburg, Augsburg, Aichach-Friedberg, and Neu-Ulm. Rivers overflowed, trapping residents in their homes and necessitating emergency evacuations by boat and helicopter. Dikes and dams collapsed in Augsburg, further complicating matters for those affected by the flooding.
Train services were also disrupted due to landslides between Stuttgart and Munich. Additional routes were also impacted, including journeys between Munich and Berlin as well as Zurich and Karlsruhe. The challenges brought about by the severe weather were numerous, including incidents like the evacuation of a prison due to flooding concerns in Memmingen and mountain climbers stranded on Zugspitze, Germany’s highest peak.
As southern Germany continues to face challenging weather conditions forecasts predict further rainfall and potential thunderstorms. Despite these difficulties, emergency services remain committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all those affected by this extreme weather event.
