Storm Boris Ravages Central Europe: Floods and Fatalities Rise
Storm Boris: A Force of Nature
Storm Boris has shown its fury with catastrophic floods affecting Central Europe. In Poland and Romania, the storm has claimed seven lives. The governor of Lower Austria, Johanna Mikl-Leitner, reports that a firefighter lost their life while trying to pump out a flooded cellar. The entire province has been declared a catastrophe zone as authorities scramble to respond to the devastation.
Flooding Impacts
- Austrian Railways (OEBB) reports suspended operations between Vienna and Linz due to flooding.
- Main A1 motorway closed near St Pölten, leading to traffic chaos.
- Parts of Vienna's underground transport system have been shut down amid rising Wienfluss river levels.
In a post on X, Austria's Chancellor Karl Nehammer expressed solidarity with the affected regions and emphasized the government's commitment to support relief efforts.
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