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Flood alarm for Reutlingen and Ostalbkreis: Rivers are rising dangerously!
Flood warning for Ostalbkreis: Current situation, warnings for rivers and important safety information as of June 15, 2025.
Flood alarm for Reutlingen and Ostalbkreis: Rivers are rising dangerously!
Today, June 15, 2025, there are worrying developments regarding water levels in Germany, especially in the catchment area of the Neckar tributaries. Loud news.de There is a flood warning for the districts of Reutlingen, Ostalbkreis and Zollernalbkreis from 4:00 a.m. This warning has been issued due to weather conditions and associated high water levels on rivers, streams and coastlines.
Floods in Germany occur comparatively rarely in summer, but heavy rainfall can also cause river levels to rise in June, as is currently the case. The forecast indicates a moderate risk of flooding, which could result in minor flooding and isolated flooding of agricultural and forestry areas.
Recommended precautions
The affected citizens are instructed to find out about current weather and flood developments. Safety precautions should also be taken, such as staying away from bodies of water or removing cars from flood-prone areas. The official information from municipalities and local fire control centers is of great importance here.
It is also recommended to check precautionary and protective measures in advance. For precise information about flood risks, the relevant municipality or the lower water authority in the district office is the right contact. The current water levels can be tracked on the regional flood center website, however the water level is currently under maintenance, which means that the available measurements are unaudited raw data. This information is on the website hvz.baden-wuerttemberg.de available.
Different return periods
A detailed overview of flood discharges and levels for different return periods is available, but no specific values are provided. It is important to print and retain this information as hazard maps may take time to load.
The summer months of 2025 could prove challenging if the weather continues to prove unpredictable. The population is therefore well advised to be vigilant and follow the recommendations given to avoid damage.