German Chancellor Olaf Scholz embarked on a helicopter flight to survey the flood-hit regions in the northwest of the country, where prolonged heavy rainfall has caused rivers to swell and inundate homes, roads, and fields. The devastating impact of the floods has prompted the evacuation of hundreds of people from affected areas in northern and eastern Germany as a precautionary measure. Chancellor Scholz lauded the efforts of authorities and volunteers in responding to the crisis, signaling solidarity and support for the affected communities.