Sunday, September 15, 2024

Storm Boris Causes Deadly Floods Across Europe

 



Storm Boris has triggered widespread flooding across central and eastern Europe, leading to multiple fatalities and mass evacuations. In Austria, a firefighter lost his life during a flood rescue operation, while in Poland, a person drowned amid the rising waters. Romania has also been severely impacted, with four people reported dead on Saturday.

Authorities in Austria have declared a disaster area in the region surrounding Vienna due to the extensive damage. Meanwhile, in the Czech Republic, the storm caused significant power outages, affecting 51,000 households in the northern part of the country, according to energy company CEZ.

Rescue and recovery efforts are ongoing, as emergency services across the region work to protect residents and restore essential services.

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