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EU's 5 bln euro aid for Poland may not cover all flood losses, minister says
Polish Finance Minister Andrzej Domanski said on Friday a pledge worth 5 billion euros ($5.6 billion) from the European Union to help the country cope with the fallout from its worst flooding in at least two decades may not be enough to cover its losses.
Rising rivers threaten southern Poland as flooding recedes elsewhere in Central Europe
Soldiers and residents in southwestern Poland are laying sandbags near swollen rivers around the city of Wroclaw to protect homes and businesses after days of flooding across Central Europe
Central Europe hit by severe floods: 24 killed in Romania, Poland and Czech Republic, EU promises aid
A low-pressure system named 'Boris' caused the worst flooding in more than two decades from Romania to Poland over the past week, and also affected Italy's Emilia-Romagna region. Seven people were killed each in Poland and Romania,
Deadly floods add to fiscal strains in central Europe
Just a week ago, before deadly floods swept through central Europe, the Czech Republic looked on track to become the first country in the region since COVID-19 to pull its budget deficit firmly below the 3% of GDP cap set by European Union rules.
Is Climate Change Causing the Deadly Floods in Europe?
Experts say the most severe floods to hit Central Europe in at least two decades fit into a broader pattern of extreme weather events.
Flood-Hit Regions in Central Europe Will Get Billions in EU Aid
European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen has pledged billions of euros in aid for Central European countries that suffered enormous damage to infrastructure and housing during the massive flooding th
Deadly floods in central Europe swirl towards Poland's historic Wroclaw
By Kuba Stezycki, Janis Laizans and Radovan Stoklasa WROCLAW, Poland/OSTRAVA, Czech Republic (Reuters) -Residents and emergency workers raced to secure river banks in the historic Polish city of Wroclaw on Tuesday,
Floods threaten new areas in Central Europe and Italy
A massive flood wave moving across Central Europe is threatening new areas and raising concerns among residents and officials.
Floods in Central Europe threaten new areas. Heavy rains also inundate parts of Italy
A massive flood wave moving across Central Europe threatened new areas after claiming 24 lives, raising concerns among residents and officials and prompting European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen to plan a visit to the region Thursday.
Central Europe experiencing worst floods in at least two decades
Central Europe is experiencing the worst floods in at least two decades, with a trail of destruction from Romania to Poland and and the deaths of at least 23 people so far.
EU chief visits flood-stricken region in Europe and pledges billions in swift aid
European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen on Thursday pledged billions of euros for flood recovery for Central European countries that suffered enormous damage to infrastructure and housing during the current flooding that has claimed 24 lives in the region.
Poland to Seek EU’s Leniency in Deficit Cut Talks After Floods
Poland will ask the European Commission to adjust its recommendations for budget deficit cuts in the coming years due to ...
Poland's third-largest city braces for peaking floods
Poland's third-largest city Wroclaw was bracing for peaking flood waters on Thursday, with early indications its defences ...
Poland, Hungary, Romania: Leaders say fatal floods bear fingerprints of climate change
Now, with more heavy rain expected across Italy in the coming days, the Emilia-Romagna and Lazio regions are under a yellow ...
Poland prepares to declare state of natural disaster due to floods
Poland's government is ready to declare a state of natural disaster for the first time in Poland's southwest, following ...
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Jewish and Israeli volunteers join in relief effort as floods pound Central Europe
Jews from Warsaw and Israel are among the forces that have stepped in to support relief efforts as Poland battles its worst ...
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EU chief announces $11 bn for nations hit by 'heartbreaking' floods
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Thursday announced 10 billion euros ($11 billion) in funds for member ...
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Social media mobilises Poles to battle floods in historic city
WROCLAW, Poland - A social media producer whose accounts would normally show people where to eat out and relax in the ...