Flood alert in Romania: Eight counties are under orange code
Hydrologists issued an orange flood warning on Sunday for several areas of the country. This alert is valid until midnight and specifically targets river basins in eight counties, where the risk of flash floods is high.
Experts warn that the heavy rainfall in recent times has led to a rapid increase in river flow rates. In the affected areas, significant runoff on slopes, torrents, and streams may occur, which can cause local flooding in short periods of time.
Local authorities and emergency services are on alert to intervene quickly should the situation worsen. Residents in the affected areas are advised to follow official announcements and to avoid crossing watercourses or flooded areas.
This warning comes in the context of a period of heightened atmospheric instability. Although the orange code expires at midnight, experts continue to monitor the evolution of water levels in all river basins in the region to prevent any major danger to the population.