New 'Flood Check App' Launched to Assess Flood Risk in NRW Homes

The app aims to improve flood preparedness following the devastating 2021 floods that claimed 49 lives in North Rhine-Westphalia.

The 'Flood Check App' provides residents of North Rhine-Westphalia with tools to evaluate the flood and heavy rain risks at their specific addresses.
Developed by the Emschergenossenschaft and Lippeverband, the app is part of a broader effort to enhance flood prevention and awareness in the region.
The app is available for free download on iOS and Android platforms, with a web version accessible at floodcheck.net.
The initiative is a response to the 2021 flood disaster and aims to promote water-sensitive urban and community planning.
Local governments are encouraged to integrate their data into the app, with a full rollout across the state expected within nine months.