Central Europe Faces Devastating Flooding Crisis

Severe flooding across central Europe, exacerbated by Storm Boris, has resulted in at least 23 fatalities and widespread destruction from Romania to Poland. In Hungary, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced the deployment of soldiers to assist in building flood defenses along the Danube River, as floodwaters are anticipated to peak without exceeding previous record levels. Meanwhile, Wroclaw, Poland, is mobilizing over 14,000 soldiers and volunteers to reinforce riverbanks and evacuate residents, with the city preparing for a critical flooding peak expected soon. Authorities in both countries are urging calm while taking extensive measures to mitigate the impact of rising waters, including deploying helicopters and drones for monitoring. In Poland, significant community efforts have emerged, with residents actively participating in sandbagging efforts to protect homes. The economic toll from the flooding is projected to reach billions, as the region continues to grapple with the aftermath of heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding.