Storm Boris has caused catastrophic flooding across Central Europe, resulting in at least 18 deaths and widespread evacuations. Countries including Romania, Poland, and the Czech Republic are facing significant damage from torrential rains, with more adverse weather expected in the coming days. Emergency services are overwhelmed as communities struggle to cope with the aftermath.
The flooding is attributed to Storm Boris, which has brought unprecedented rainfall to Central Europe, leading to rivers overflowing and severe damage in multiple countries. This weather event is part of a broader trend of increasing extreme weather linked to climate change.
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