🌧️ Austria was hit by torrential rains over the weekend, unleashing floods and mudslides that wreaked havoc across the country. Streets turned into rivers, and the usual calm of Austrian towns was replaced with the sound of rushing water and sirens. 🚨
In the picturesque ski resort town of St. Anton, Tyrol, Friday night's downpour was anything but a gentle mountain shower. Instead, it flooded streets, damaged buildings, and even swept away cars! 😱 Local authorities have been working around the clock on cleanup efforts since Sunday.
Meanwhile, Vienna, the capital city known for its historic charm, wasn't spared. On Saturday, Vienna recorded an astonishing 110 liters of rain per square meter—a new summer record! 🌊 A woman in the Doebling district was seriously injured after being swept under a bus by the fierce floods, according to Austrian broadcaster ORF.
The chaos didn't stop there. Flights at Vienna Airport faced major delays ✈️, leaving many travelers stranded. Mudslides also forced the closure of the Arlberg Pass, a crucial road connecting Tyrol and Vorarlberg. As of Sunday afternoon, it remained closed, causing further disruption.
With climate change making weather patterns more unpredictable, events like these remind us of the power of nature. 🌍 Stay safe, everyone, and let's hope for sunnier days ahead! ☀️
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Heavy rainfall causes flooding, traffic disruptions in Austria
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