As of: February 22, 2024, 12:39 p.m
By: Katarina Amtmann
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Levels are rising in parts of Franconia (archive image).
© IMAGO / Gottfried Czepluch
The River Itz will reach warning level 3 out of 4 on Thursday, February 22nd. The highest water level is then expected on Friday.
Munich - As a result of sometimes heavy, continuous rain, authorities in parts of Franconia are warning of floods and floods.
The areas around Bamberg and Coburg are particularly affected, as the Bavarian flood intelligence service announced on Thursday.
The River Itz is expected to reach the third of four warning levels later this afternoon, with peak water levels forecast for Friday.
Flooding in built-up areas could also occur at this time.
Flooding after heavy, continuous rain in Franconia
In addition, several other rivers could experience flooding and flooding of agricultural land.
There is also the possibility that roads could be affected.
(came/dpa)
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