Heavy rain caused widespread flooding in Germany's Saarland, affecting major cities and requiring evacuations.

Floods hit large parts of Germany's Saarland, caused by heavy rain, with no reported injuries. The Interior Ministry described the situation as a "widespread flooding" affecting the southeastern part of the state, including cities like Saarbrücken, Neunkirchen, Gersweiler, St. Wendel, Saarlouis, and Merzig. Residents had to be evacuated from some apartments and nursing homes.

May 17, 2024
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