Storm Boris: Death toll rises to 22 in central Europe

The death toll from Storm Boris in central Europe has risen to 22, with heavy rain and high winds causing severe flooding across Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania, and Slovakia. In Poland, the toll has reached seven, with concerns about potential dyke breaches in cities like Opole and Wroclaw. Austria reported its fifth death, while Romania and the Czech Republic have also been heavily impacted. Authorities continue to warn residents as rivers overflow, and rescue efforts are ongoing. Experts suggest climate change may be contributing to the frequency and severity of such extreme weather events.

 

Source : CGTN