The images and footage in the media are terrible. It feels very close, because the rubble isn’t from the 1940s, nor are the scenes from the 1960s, and we are all, in a way, neighbors.
There are certainly some among us who are currently worried about their homes, properties, or even their lives. Whether it’s a new or old house, an apartment, a place they call home, or their family… I wish them strength, courage, and good luck—that you all get through this safely.
I’m at a loss for words. Every hour brings more terrible news… 🙁
There are certainly some among us who are currently worried about their homes, properties, or even their lives. Whether it’s a new or old house, an apartment, a place they call home, or their family… I wish them strength, courage, and good luck—that you all get through this safely.
I’m at a loss for words. Every hour brings more terrible news… 🙁
We were incredibly lucky here. I’m so grateful that our city was spared. The neighboring district was somewhat affected, but not too badly. Just 50 km (30 miles) away, and the situation would have been very different.
Water is so powerful and relentless.
When we built in 2006, I specifically looked for insurance that covered natural hazard damages. Back then, that wasn’t easy— not every insurer offered it.
Let’s see how my coverage changes now, since I suddenly live in a potential risk area.
Water is so powerful and relentless.
When we built in 2006, I specifically looked for insurance that covered natural hazard damages. Back then, that wasn’t easy— not every insurer offered it.
Let’s see how my coverage changes now, since I suddenly live in a potential risk area.
In Ahrweiler, a gas pipeline is damaged over a very long distance. The supplier expects that repairs will take weeks. People will have to manage without hot water for a very long time and, in the worst case, will not be able to heat their homes when the heating season begins.
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hanghaus200018 Jul 2021 08:52ypg schrieb:
What about the utility providers? I briefly read that gas and power lines can no longer transport?I have even seen pictures of excavated sewage canals. Months go by. Unbelievable. All bridges need to be rebuilt and designed according to the new HQ100 standard. This takes years with the German bureaucratic processes.H
hanghaus200018 Jul 2021 09:04shenja schrieb:
The question is actually whether entire neighborhoods will be rebuilt in the same locations at all.
These extensive damages are the worst in western Germany since World War II.
In some areas, there is nothing left. All infrastructure is simply gone. I really appreciate the mentality of the Americans living on the coast in Florida. They always rebuild their houses.