Oostenrijk Grapples with Cyclone Boris: Evacuations and Missing Persons
Sunday, 15 September 2024, 04:10
The Onslaught of Cyclone Boris
Oostenrijk is currently experiencing a severe situation caused by Cyclone Boris. As floodwaters rise, numerous residents have been evacuated.
Impact on Austria and Its Neighbors
- Thousands of residents evacuated across 42 municipalities.
- Reports of missing individuals are adding to the crisis.
- Local authorities express fears of a disaster similar to 1997.
The rising water levels in Opava, near the Polish border, are alarming. Reports indicate the Miedzygorze dam has overflowed, further complicating rescue efforts.
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