Implementing Physical Activities for Flood Mitigation
Flood Protection Exercise Scheduled in Neuss on October 30
Residents of Neuss, Germany, are advised of a flood protection exercise scheduled for October 30, 2021, at Hansastraße at Harbour Basin 2. This collaborative event, led by the Neuss Deep Construction Management (TMN) and the Neuss local unit of the Technical Relief Agency (THW), aims to prepare local emergency services and authorities for effective response to potential flooding events.
The exercise area will be marked with a no-parking zone at least four days prior to the event, and Hansastraße will be closed in both directions from 8 am to approximately 5 pm on the day of the exercise. Wall Gate 21 on Hansastraße will also be closed during this period. A detour via Danziger Straße will be available during the closure of Hansastraße.
Participating agencies will include local fire departments, police, civil protection units, water management authorities, and volunteer organizations. Activities during the exercise will include setting up temporary flood barriers, simulating evacuation procedures, testing water pumps, communication drills, and assessing the readiness of equipment and personnel. The primary goals of the exercise are to identify weaknesses in flood defenses, enhance inter-agency collaboration, familiarize participants with emergency protocols, and ultimately improve community resilience against real flood events.
It is important to note that this flood protection exercise was originally scheduled for a previous year but had to be postponed twice.
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We encourage all residents to take this opportunity to learn more about flood protection measures in our community and to stay informed about local events and news. For more information about the flood protection exercise, please visit the official Neuss city website or contact your local authorities.
- The Neuss city workplace-wellness initiative could incorporate a health-and-science-focused session to educate residents about the importance of fitness-and-exercise routines for enhancing overall preparedness during emergency situations, such as the upcoming flood protection exercise.
- To complement the flood protection exercise, residents are invited to participate in local health-and-wellness programs that promote fitness-and-exercise, in an effort to boost community resilience and improve personal readiness for potential emergencies, while also contributing to their own well-being and overall wellness.
