After heavy rainfall caused flooding and landslides in the western German state of Saarland, Chancellor Olaf Scholz took of the situation on Saturday and promised to help those affected. Scholz emphasized that the priority was now on acute aid. He stated that once the immediate danger had passed, the government would coordinate with local authorities to determine what aid is necessary. Scholz, who was wearing wellies, walked across a flooded street and spoke to those affected. “We have a strong tradition of solidarity,” said the chancellor. “Unfortunately, this is not the first time we have ha…