"Record floods century beaten". The evacuation of further cities in Poland was ordered

The dense rainfall that passed through confederate Poland led to a dramatic hydrological situation. The residents of respective towns were forced to evacuate due to the flood risk. Even historical rainfall records were beaten in any regions, which further exacerbated the threat.

Emergency at 41 hydrological stations

On Saturday, the Institute of Meteorology and Water Management (IMGW) announced an overshoot of emergency states at 41 hydrological and informing stations for 30 more. The situation is peculiarly hard in the region of Śląsk Opole, where evidence rainfall has led to crucial flooding and danger.

Record of precipitation in Jarnołtok – 161.5 mm of rain

In the village of Jarnołtówek in Opole, the evidence of precipitation from memorable 1997 was broken. The regular full rainfall was 161.5 mm, which is 30 mm more than the erstwhile record. According to IMGW, this is 1 of the highest recorded results in the past of measurements for this region.

"This is 30 mm more than the current evidence of the 1997 regular rainfall," IMGW emphasises.

Evacuation in flood-threatening towns

In the south of Opole province, the situation is becoming increasingly critical. The mayor of Prudnik, Grzegorz Zawislak, announced the evacuation of the inhabitants of Moszczanka and Łąka Prudnicka, which lie on the Golden Potok River. Water is rising rapidly, creating a threat to local communities.

"The situation will deteriorate very rapidly. If you do not have the anticipation of shelter with your household or friends, we have shelters at the school in Ła Prudnicka and at the Dąbrowka Youth Hostel" - said Mayor Zawislak.

The evacuation besides affected the residents of Jarnoltovka, located in the valley below the reservoir. For fear of possible flooding, respective residents were moved to safer places. akin steps were taken in the Nysk district, where the water appeared from the Mora riverbed and flooded part of the Morów village.

Rescue in the Deaf

The situation in Deaf was besides highly difficult. The city authorities called for the evacuation of respective 100 residents of houses located on the White Deaf River. Although fewer have decided to take advantage of the aid offered, many residents have tried to last the storm in their homes or moved to their families and friends.

Forecasts and warnings for the coming days

According to experts, dense rainfall is expected to last for a fewer more days, which could lead to further increases in water levels in rivers and an increase in the number of sinks. The authorities call on residents at hazard to be careful and to comply with emergency services messages.

It is besides recommended that people surviving in flood-threatening regions have a plan for evacuation and a set of essential things that may be needed in case of an emergency request to leave homes.

What steps can be taken to minimise the effects of floods?

Experts propose that residents of flood-threatening areas:

1. They regularly checked weather forecasts and hydrological messages.
2. They had the most crucial papers and items prepared for immediate evacuation.
3. They secured homes and farms from possible flooding.
4. They utilized local shelters and escape points if needed.

Summary

Record showers in the south of Poland brought dramatic effects, forcing hundreds of people to leave their homes. A rapidly developing hydrological situation requires residents at hazard of delicate areas and cooperation with local services. Local authorities are doing everything possible to guarantee the safety of the population, but it is crucial that residents follow the recommendations and are ready for any eventuality.

Such utmost weather phenomena, although rare, can happen increasingly due to the following climate change, which poses a challenge for flood protection systems in Poland.

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