Authorities in West Germany, which were hit hardest by the devastating floods, fear an increase in the incidence of the COVID-19 coronavirus.
There is an assumption that a surge in incidence may occur against the backdrop of liquidation of the consequences and in the places where victims are accommodated.
Due to the destruction, the population is forced to concentrate in a limited space.
The authorities are afraid that the fight against the consequences of the disaster will turn into events on a larger scale.
The German Ministry of Health has already initiated a special vaccination campaign for the affected population.
Rescuers sent to work in the affected region are immunized.
The situation is complicated by the fact that many disaster-stricken residents of the region are forced to stay in temporary shelters in a limited space.
The authorities are trying their best to prevent the spread of coronavirus infection even in the current situation.
A high risk of coronavirus infection is predicted in the areas of North Rhine-Westphalia.
The population is urged not to forget about safety, get tested for Covid, and wear protective masks.
