The elevator in a high-rise building in Ingolstadt was broken for three weeks. Elderly, mobility-impaired residents were therefore unable to leave their apartments.
Elderly and mobility-impaired residents of a high-rise building in Ingolstadt were trapped in their apartments for three weeks because the elevator in the building was not working. This is reported by the “Donaukurier”. The high groundwater level, a result of the Danube flood, had penetrated the elevator shaft and damaged the electrical system. Südhausbau, the owner of the high-rise, was working on a solution.
A resident who wishes to remain anonymous described the emergency situation to the “Donaukurier”. He criticized the late reaction of those responsible and pointed out the difficult situation for older people and people with mobility problems. “They have been stuck in their apartments for three weeks – and this in the middle of Ingolstadt! They cannot go to the doctor or get some fresh air,” said the resident. Neighbors had to step in to do the shopping for the people with mobility problems.
Last Thursday, the elevator was temporarily put back into operation. According to a notice from the property management, residents were informed of the situation and asked for patience and understanding.
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