Witness the aftermath of one of the worst natural disasters in modern European history. In July, unprecedented rainfall led to devastating floods in Western Europe that took the lives of at least 170 people. TV crews were quick to arrive, and as they spoke with victims and volunteers, the scale of this tragedy became devastatingly clear.
Entire communities were swept away in Germany, and while some residents are slowly returning to their homes, many have lost everything – including friends and family. Picturesque villages now lie in ruins, covered in mud and rubble. A massive cleanup and rebuilding effort has only just begun, one that will require the intervention of the state and the reflection of the nation as a whole. In this documentary, viewers will witness firsthand the shocking scale of the disaster, the tireless efforts of emergency services and volunteers, and the long road ahead towards recovery.
