Flash floods hit Poland's Małopolska region after heavy rain

Flash floods have inundated streets and buildings in Biały Dunec, a town in Poland's Małopolska region, following intense rainfall on Monday. The deluge caused significant flooding, prompting local authorities to issue warnings and coordinate emergency responses.

Marcin Gandera, the mayor of Biały Dunajec, described the situation as dynamic, noting the rapid accumulation of water from higher elevations. He urged residents to stay calm, exercise extreme caution, and pay attention to vulnerable neighbors. The mayor also requested that dangerous locations, blocked culverts, and flooded roads be reported with precise locations.

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The situation is dynamic. A large amount of water has fallen in a short time, which can cause rapid runoff from higher-lying areas, rapid rises in streams and ditches, flooding of roads, properties, basements, and problems with the flow of culverts.

Emergency services, including firefighters, are actively working to pump out water, clear roads, and remove debris. The national meteorological service has issued a Level 3 thunderstorm warning for the Tatra County, forecasting heavy rainfall and strong wind gusts. The situation has also impacted traffic on national road No. 47, where temporary traffic control has been implemented.

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Services are in the field, monitoring the situation and responding to reports.