At least 15 people have lost their lives due to the flooding caused by Storm Boris in central and eastern Europe. The flooding has been described as the worst in the region in at least two decades, with multiple countries affected. In Poland, where the flooding has been severe, the death toll has risen to five with a surgeon among the victims. The Czech Republic also reported fatalities, with one woman drowned and seven others missing.
In Romania, at least six people lost their lives due to the flooding, and in Austria, a firefighter died on Sunday. The region is bracing for more rain, with authorities warning of the potential for further flooding in cities such as Opole, Poland, and Wroclaw. In response to the crisis, Poland declared a state of natural disaster and announced financial aid for victims.
In the Czech Republic, a state of emergency was declared in two northeastern regions, with towns and cities submerged and thousands evacuated. Rescuers worked to transport people to safety, and efforts were made to fix issues caused by the flooding, such as natural dam breaks.
In Austria, the rainfall eased overnight, but officials are preparing for a second wave of flooding. The flooding in central and eastern Europe is attributed to a low-pressure system from northern Italy, which has been causing record rainfall in the region. The affected countries are coordinating efforts to handle the crisis and seek assistance from the European Union.
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