A massive flood wave sweeping across Central Europe has claimed 24 lives and continues to threaten new areas. The severe flooding, triggered by exceptionally heavy rains, has prompted European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen to plan a visit to the region.
In northern Italy’s Emilia-Romagna, heavy rains have led to the evacuation of around 1,000 people as rivers flooded the region.
The floods have caused significant destruction, with receding waters revealing the full extent of the damage.
In the Czech Republic, a recent death has raised the toll in the northeast to five, while Poland and Romania have each reported seven deaths, and Austria has recorded five. Authorities are responding with military and emergency services to aid recovery efforts.
In Hungary, the Danube River’s rising waters have led to road closures and disrupted transport, while nearly 6,000 professionals and prisoners have been mobilized to reinforce levees and assist with flood management.
In Poland’s Wroclaw, high waters are straining embankments, and recovery operations are underway in affected towns.
In Italy, the floods have severely impacted the Emilia-Romagna region, prompting evacuations and disruptions to transport and schooling.
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