The German Weather Service (DWD) continues to warn against the risk of flooding in parts of Germany due to persistent rainfall in several regions. In the central state of Thuringia, the flooding around the village of Windehausen led to the evacuation of an entire district of about 500 people on Christmas Day. Residents were strongly advised to leave their homes, but would not be forced out, authorities said. They were taken to a nearby sports hall. Thuringia Premier Bodo Ramelow said he hoped pe