## Evacuations in Drunen as the Meuse River reaches ‘critical’ levels **Drunen, North Brabant**- Emergency services in the Netherlands are evacuating residents in the town of Drunen, North Brabant, as the Meuse River reaches “critical” levels. The river has burst its banks in several places, flooding homes and businesses. The Dutch government has declared a state of emergency in the area. The Meuse River is one of the largest in Europe, and flows through France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. It has been swollen by heavy rainfall in recent weeks, and is now at its highest level in decades. The flooding has caused widespread damage and disruption. Roads have been closed, and thousands of people have been evacuated from their homes. Several cities and towns along the river have been declared disaster areas. The Dutch government is providing assistance to those affected by the flooding. The army has been deployed to help with evacuation efforts, and emergency shelters have been set up for those who have been displaced. The flooding is expected to continue for several days. The Dutch government has warned that the situation could worsen if the heavy rainfall continues. ### Evacuation orders Residents in Drunen have been ordered to evacuate their homes as the Meuse River reaches critical levels. The evacuation order was issued by the mayor of Drunen, and affects all residents who live within 500 meters of the river. Residents who have been evacuated are advised to go to the nearest evacuation center. Evacuation centers have been set up in the following locations: * Drunen Sports Center * Drunen Community Center * Drunen Town Hall Residents who are unable to evacuate on their own can call the following number for assistance: 0162-312345 ### Road closures Several roads in and around Drunen have been closed due to flooding. The following roads are closed: * N261 between Drunen and Waalwijk * N267 between Drunen and Vlijmen * A59 between Drunen and 's-Hertogenbosch Residents are advised to avoid these areas and to use alternative routes. ### Flood warnings The Dutch government has issued flood warnings for the following areas: * The Meuse River basin * The Rhine River basin * The IJssel River basin Residents in these areas are advised to be prepared for flooding and to take necessary precautions. ### How to help There are several ways to help those affected by the flooding in the Netherlands. You can: * Donate to the Dutch Red Cross * Volunteer your time at an evacuation center * Spread the word about the flooding on social media * Pray for those affected by the flooding ### Conclusion The flooding in the Netherlands is a serious situation, and is causing widespread damage and disruption. The Dutch government is providing assistance to those affected by the flooding, and is working to prevent further damage. Residents in affected areas are advised to follow the instructions of local authorities and to take necessary precautions.
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