BERLIN — Rescue workers labored to clear up damage laid bare by receding water on July 17 as the death toll from disastrous flooding in Western Europe rose above 150 and thoughts turned to the lengthy job of rebuilding communities devastated in minutes.
Associated Press: Europe flood death toll tops 150, costly rebuilding ahead
Submerged cars and other vehicles are seen on the federal highway B265 in Erftstadt, western Germany, on July 17, 2021 after heavy rains hit parts of the country, causing widespread flooding and major damage.
