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'People Now Realize What Climate Change Means' - Frederik Wolf/ dpa

EU Commissioner 'People Now Realize What Climate Change Means'

The European system of carbon trading has practically collapsed as politicians prioritize the economy over the environment. EU Climate Commissioner Connie Hedegaard discusses renewed efforts and why the issue remains so critical.

Thunderstorms Hammer Germany - Fabian Stoffers/ dpa

Lightning, Floods, Debris Thunderstorms Hammer Germany

The Old Testament-like weather that has surged through Germany over the past weeks showed no signs of abating Thursday night. Lightning, thunder, heavy rain and hail pelted much of the country, as emergency crews worked through the night to minimize the damage.

Ships Sunk to Plug Massive Dike Breach - Jens Wolf/ dpa

Battling the Floods Ships Sunk to Plug Massive Dike Breach

Three large barges were sunk over the weekend in a desperate effort to plug a massive breach in an Elbe River dike just east of Berlin. The operation became necessary due to continued flooding of several villages behind the break. It appears to have been successful.

Berlin Pledges Eight Billion Euros for Cleanup - Christian Charisius/ dpa

Flood Relief Berlin Pledges Eight Billion Euros for Cleanup

Chancellor Angela Merkel on Thursday announced that 8 billion euros would be made available to assist victims of this month's disastrous flooding. With parts of northern Germany still under water, the true extent of damages are still unknown.

German Troops Gain Fans on Flood Front - SPIEGEL ONLINE

Operation Sandbag German Troops Gain Fans on Flood Front

Germany's flood relief efforts have prompted the Bundeswehr's biggest-ever humanitarian mission on German soil, with 19,000 troops deployed. For some, the military presence evokes alarming images, but flood victims have learned to appreciate the help. Von Rainer Leurs

Germany Estimates Billions in Flood Damage - THOMAS PETER/ REUTERS

Cleanup Costs Germany Estimates Billions in Flood Damage

As historic flooding continues to surge through Germany, one unofficial estimate has already placed possible damage at 12 billion euros. Some organizations are complaining that donations are down compared to the disastrous floods of 2002.

Disaster 2.0 Germans Turn to Facebook for Flood Relief

Devastating floods in Germany have revealed shortcomings in the country's disaster alert system, prompting many to get their information from social networks. Facebook and Twitter have proven useful in relief efforts, but they are still vulnerable to misinformation. Von SPIEGEL Staff

Flood Rushes North, Leaving Angry Residents Behind - Jens Büttner/ dpa

'Letting Us Drown' Flood Rushes North, Leaving Angry Residents Behind

Continued flooding in Germany devastated parts of the eastern city of Magdeburg over the weekend, where some residents feel let down by authorities. Downriver, others towns are bracing for the surge. Von Anna-Lena Abbott

High Water Devastates Deggendorf - Joerg Koch/ Getty Images

'Like a Ghost Town' High Water Devastates Deggendorf

Parts of the Bavarian town of Deggendorf have been completely submerged in this week's flood. SPIEGEL ONLINE joined rescue workers on a nighttime patrol. Von Gesa Mayr

Floods Head for Hungary, Eastern Germany - Sean Gallup/ Getty Images

Europe Submerged Floods Head for Hungary, Eastern Germany

The dramatic flooding that has engulfed parts of Central Europe this week is moving north and east. Hungary, the Czech Republic and Northern Germany are bracing for peak water levels as those in other areas begin to survey the fall-out.

Merkel Promises More Aid to Flood Victims - Karl-Josef Hildenbrand/ dpa

High Water Hell Merkel Promises More Aid to Flood Victims

Flooding continued to overwhelm parts of Germany on Thursday, prompting Angela Merkel to visit affected communities. The country will provide as much aid to victims as it can afford, the chancellor said.

EU Lacks Money for Flood Aid - JOHANNES EISELE/ AFP

Empty Fund EU Lacks Money for Flood Aid

Germany and several of its neighbors have been battling record flooding for days. But the European Union said on Wednesday that the aid fund for such disasters is depleted. The bloc's budget deadlock means that Central Europe will have to go it alone.

Record Floods Hit Eastern Germany - Armin Weigel/ dpa

Europe Under Water Record Floods Hit Eastern Germany

As flooding continues across Central Europe, tens of thousands of people have been forced to evacuate their homes. After two levees broke in southeastern Germany, people had to be rescued from their rooftops by helicopters.

Passau Suffers Worst Flood in 500 Years - AP/dpa

Historic High Water Passau Suffers Worst Flood in 500 Years

Amid the worst flooding seen in half a millennium, the streets of Passau have been transformed into canals, full of soldiers evacuating pensioners in rubber boats. Though the water is receding, the worst is yet to come with the assessment of damages in the Bavarian town. Von Björn Hengst

Merkel Pledges Aid for Disaster Zone - Karl-Josef Hildenbrand/ dpa

Floods in Germany Merkel Pledges Aid for Disaster Zone

Chancellor Angela Merkel pledged 100 million euros in immediate aid on Tuesday during a visit to flood-stricken areas of Germany. While water levels are falling in some places, the worst is yet to come for others.

Army Called in to Fight Worsening Floods - Bjoern Rank/ dpa

Relentless Rain Army Called in to Fight Worsening Floods

The death toll from flooding in central Europe has reached nine so far and more heavy rain is expected. In Germany, soldiers have been called out to help evacuate towns and pile sandbags while the historic old town of Passau is already under water. Chancellor Angela Merkel has promised full support.

Germany Drowns in Endless Downpour - Stefan Rampfel/ dpa

Rain, Rain, Go Away Germany Drowns in Endless Downpour

After barely surviving the darkest winter in decades, Germans are now suffering through one of the soggiest springs in memory. Flooding has led to major damage and one death, and only one corner of Germany can expect any relief soon.

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