Tragedy struck central Europe as heavy rainfall caused devastating floods, claiming at least 10 lives from Poland to Romania. The Czech Republic and Poland bore the brunt of the disaster, with collapsed bridges, destroyed houses, and submerged villages.
The Polish government convened to declare a state of disaster as floodwaters continued to rise. Cities in both countries remained on high alert as rivers overflowed and threatened urban areas.
In the Czech Republic, the town of Litovel saw 70% of its area submerged, forcing evacuations and shutting down essential facilities. The city of Ostrava faced similar challenges with flooded parts forcing the closure of power plants and factories.
More than 12,000 people were evacuated in the Czech Republic as Prime Minister Petr Fiala called for emergency measures. Tragically, the death toll continued to rise with reports of casualties in the region.
The floods also claimed lives in Romania, with six people perishing over the weekend. An Austrian firefighter and a man in Poland also lost their lives in the natural disaster. The scale of destruction and loss serves as a somber reminder of the power of nature.