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01 Jun 2024 | 03:46 PM UTC

Germany: Authorities evacuating residents in parts of Augsburg District, Bavaria, after dam bursts June 1

Authorities evacuating residents in Augsburg District, Bavaria, Germany, after dam bursts June 1. Flooding and disruptions ongoing.

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Authorities are evacuating residents in parts of Diedorf and Altenmunster municipalities in Augsburg District, Bavaria, after a dam burst in the vicinity of Burgwalden earlier on June 1. The incident occurred amid ongoing severe weather. Areas under evacuation in Augsburg District are as follows:

  • Diedorf: In Anhausen between Adelgundisstrasse, Bachstrsse, Muhlenstrasse and Leitershofer Strasse, as well as in Diedorf between Nebelhornstrasse and Mullerweg.

  • Altenmunster: In the area between Muhlgasse and Eppishofer Strasse.

  • Authorities also carried out evacuations in the town of Dinkelscherben.

Flooding will likely cause property damage throughout the affected areas through at least June 2. Floodwaters and debris flows may render some bridges, rail networks, or roadways impassable, impacting overland travel in the affected areas. Authorities could temporarily close some low-lying routes affected by floodwaters. Localized business disruptions are likely; some businesses might not operate at full capacity because of flood damage to facilities, possible evacuations, and some employees' inability to reach work sites. Rising water levels could also affect water treatment facilities and contaminate drinking water.

Augsburg District is located around 60 km (38 miles) west-northwest of Munich.

Strictly heed instructions from authorities. Avoid the affected areas until authorities give the all-clear. Plan for localized disruptions in and around the affected area until the flooding subsides and the clean-up is completed. Avoid low-lying, flood-prone areas. Seek updated information on road conditions. If operating in the affected counties, stock up on bottled water as a precaution. Monitor official information sources for any announcements of restrictions or advisories regarding water use.

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