Severe Flooding Hits Central and Eastern Europe

Severe flooding across Central and Eastern Europe has resulted in multiple fatalities and widespread evacuations as torrential rains swell rivers. In Poland, one death has been confirmed, with over 1,600 evacuations in the Kłodzko region, where water levels exceeded historical averages. Romania reported four fatalities linked to Storm Boris, and significant damage occurred in the Galati region, where 700 homes were flooded. The Czech Republic has seen 51,000 households affected by power outages and the establishment of flood barriers in Prague. Officials attribute the extreme weather to climate change, with warnings of further rain and worsening conditions. Emergency services are urgently reinforcing flood defenses across affected areas, as the situation remains critical.