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15.09.2024

The day the floods ravaged southern Poland

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Poland for 15.09.2024.

It displays 271 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

15.09.2024The day the floods ravaged southern Poland
Severe flooding hit southern Poland, with the situation deteriorating rapidly throughout the day. Early morning reports indicated record-breaking water levels in Kłodzko. By midday, the temporary bridge in Głuchołazy collapsed, and a dam in Stronie Śląskie was breached, submerging the entire town. Prime Minister Tusk confirmed the first flood-related death in the morning, with the death toll rising to four by evening. Evacuations were ordered in multiple areas, including a hospital in Nysa. The government activated Poland's largest flood control reservoir and announced plans to declare a state of natural disaster. As night fell, concerns shifted to Wrocław, with flood warnings issued and emergency preparations underway. The day's events mark a significant escalation of the flooding crisis that began earlier in the week.
15.09.2024
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23:01Dam Overflows in Southern Poland, Mass Evacuations Underway

Polish newspapers report extensively on a critical flooding situation in southern Poland (Do Rzeczy, Niezależna, Radio ZET, Rzeczpospolita, Super Express, Wirtualna Polska, Wyborcza). The dam in Międzygórze has overflowed (Rzeczpospolita, Super Express), prompting urgent evacuations (Radio ZET, Super Express). Wrocław expects a flood peak in three days (Niezależna), while Kraków and Katowice are also at risk (Wirtualna Polska). Thousands of soldiers are on standby to assist (TVN24).

04:22Southern Poland Drowning: Dams Overflow, Cities Submerged

Polish newspapers continue to report extensively on severe flooding in southern Poland. The situation has worsened, with water overflowing dams and more municipalities evacuating residents (Onet, Super Express, TVN24). Kłodzko is facing a critical situation, with water levels dangerously high (Wirtualna Polska, Wyborcza). Bielsko-Biała is reportedly flooded, and there's a struggle to save a bridge in Głubczyce (Wyborcza).
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"Po godzinie 2 w nocy pierwsza fala dotarła do Kłodzka, poziom wody w Nysie Kłodzkiej w Kłodzku przekroczył 6 metrów. Ulice i domy w mieście są zalewane przez wody z Nysy Kłodzkiej oraz Młynówki" - podaje Telewizja Kłodzka na swoim profilu na Facebooku.
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"Po godzinie 2 w nocy pierwsza fala dotarła do Kłodzka, poziom wody w Nysie Kłodzkiej w Kłodzku przekroczył 6 metrów. Ulice i domy w mieście są zalewane przez wody z Nysy Kłodzkiej oraz Młynówki" - podaje Telewizja Kłodzka na swoim profilu na Facebooku.
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05:43Southern Poland Submerged: Record Floods Trigger Mass Evacuations

Polish newspapers extensively report on severe flooding in southern Poland, particularly in Kłodzko (Rzeczpospolita, Wirtualna Polska). Water levels have surpassed those of 1997 (Rzeczpospolita). Prime Minister Tusk describes the situation as dramatic (Polsat News). Evacuations are ongoing (Niezależna, Radio ZET), and the largest flood control reservoir in Poland has been activated (Wyborcza).
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06:22First Flood Fatality as Southern Poland Drowns

Polish newspapers extensively report on severe flooding in southern Poland, particularly in Kłodzko and Głuchołazy (Do Rzeczy, Niezależna, Onet, Polityka, Polsat News, Radio ZET, Rzeczpospolita, Super Express, TVN24, Wirtualna Polska, wPolityce, Wyborcza). Prime Minister Tusk confirms the first flood-related fatality (Polsat News, Rzeczpospolita, Super Express, TVN24, Wyborcza). The situation remains critical with ongoing evacuations and water levels surpassing those of 1997 in some areas.
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07:01Southern Poland Submerged: First Flood Fatality Confirmed

Polish newspapers report extensively on severe flooding in southern Poland (Do Rzeczy, Niezależna, Polsat News, Radio ZET, Rzeczpospolita, Super Express, TVN24, Wirtualna Polska, wPolityce, Wyborcza). The situation is critical in Kłodzko and Głuchołazy, with water overflowing dams and breaching embankments (Niezależna, Polsat News, Wirtualna Polska). Prime Minister Tusk confirms the first flood-related fatality (Rzeczpospolita, Super Express). Evacuations are ongoing in affected areas.
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- Prognozy w ciągu ostatnich 48 godzin zmieniały się, ale generalnie nie są one optymistyczne - mówił podczas odprawy służb w Nysie premier Donald Tusk. Instytut Meteorologii i Gospodarki Wodnej podaje, że sytuacja hydrologiczna z każdą godziną będzie się pogarszać. Niż genueński zatrzymał się nad Polską, a to może oznaczać kolejne ulewy.
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08:43Southern Poland Drowning: Mayor's Desperate Plea

Polish newspapers continue to report on severe flooding in southern Poland, with a critical situation in Głuchołazy (Do Rzeczy, Polsat News, Radio ZET). The mayor of Głuchołazy has issued a dramatic appeal for evacuation, stating "we're drowning" (Onet, Polsat News). Prime Minister Tusk has confirmed the first flood-related fatality in Kłodzko (Rzeczpospolita, Super Express). The situation remains dynamic and worsening (OKO.press, Wirtualna Polska).

09:44Bridge Collapses as Floods Ravage Southern Poland

Polish newspapers report extensively on a severe flooding crisis in southern Poland. A bridge in Głuchołazy has collapsed due to rising water levels (Do Rzeczy, Onet, Polsat News, Radio ZET, Wirtualna Polska). The situation is described as critical, with water entering the town (Onet). Prime Minister Tusk has confirmed the first flood-related fatality (Wyborcza).
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Most tymczasowy w Głuchołazach nie wytrzymał naporu wody. Od rana pojawiają się informacje, że Głuchołazy są zalewane przez wezbraną wodę. "Toniemy" - alarmował rano burmistrz miasta.
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Most tymczasowy w Głuchołazach nie wytrzymał naporu wody. Od rana pojawiają się informacje, że Głuchołazy są zalewane przez wezbraną wodę. "Toniemy" - alarmował rano burmistrz miasta.
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Burmistrz Głuchołazów na Opolszczyźnie: „Toniemy”. Premier Tusk w Kłodzku: „Mobilizujemy śmigłowce”. W samej Kotlinie Kłodzkiej ewakuowano do niedzielnego poranka ok. 1600 osób. Jest źle. Niż genueński sprowadził nad południe Polski ogromną ilość wody. Znacznie większą niż w czasie powodzi tysiąclecia w 1997 r. Toną też Czechy. Na terenach graniczących z Polską zginęły cztery osoby.
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11:01Bridge Collapses as Floods Ravage Southern Poland

Polish newspapers intensively report on severe flooding in southern Poland. The situation is critical in Głuchołazy, where a bridge has collapsed due to rising water levels (Do Rzeczy, Onet, Polsat News, Radio ZET, Wirtualna Polska). The mayor of Głuchołazy issued a dramatic appeal, stating "we're drowning" (Onet, Polsat News). Prime Minister Tusk has visited the affected areas and mobilized additional resources (Polityka).

12:01Dam Breaks, Bridge Collapses as Floods Ravage Southern Poland

Polish newspapers report on a worsening flood situation in southern Poland. A dam in Stronie Śląskie has broken (OKO.press, Wirtualna Polska), and a bridge in Głuchołazy has collapsed (Wyborcza, Onet). There's a second flood-related fatality (Super Express). Several sources show dramatic footage of houses being swept away by floodwaters (Radio ZET, Onet). Authorities warn of a second wave in some locations (Polsat News).
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13:22Flood Havoc: Dam Breaks, Bridge Collapses in Southern Poland

Polish newspapers report intensively on worsening flood situations in southern Poland. A dam in Stronie Śląskie has broken (OKO.press, Wirtualna Polska), and a bridge in Głuchołazy collapsed (Wyborcza, Onet). Authorities warn of a second, higher wave approaching Kłodzko (Polsat News). The flood has claimed a second victim (Super Express). Dramatic footage shows houses being swept away by floodwaters (Radio ZET, Onet).
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14:43Dam Breaks as Floods Intensify

Polish newspapers continue to report on the severe flooding crisis in southern Poland. The situation has worsened with a dam breaking in Stronie Śląskie (OKO.press, Wirtualna Polska) and evacuation efforts underway in Głuchołazy using Black Hawk helicopters (Onet, Radio ZET). A second flood-related fatality has been reported (Super Express). The Prime Minister has ordered the minister to seek European assistance (Polsat News).
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15:43Dam Breaks as Poland Battles Rising Floods

Polish newspapers extensively report on severe flooding in southern Poland. A dam in Stronie Śląskie has broken (Niezależna, Wprost), and water levels in Kłodzko are rising dramatically (Rzeczpospolita, Wyborcza). Helicopters are being used to evacuate flood victims (Onet). A second, potentially higher flood wave is approaching (Rzeczpospolita, TVN24). The situation is described as tragic, with water reaching up to two meters in some areas (Niezależna, Polsat News).
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16:44Tusk Declares State of Natural Disaster Amid Flood Crisis

Polish newspapers report on a worsening flood crisis in southern Poland. Prime Minister Tusk has announced the introduction of a state of natural disaster (Niezależna, Polsat News, Wyborcza). Authorities are calling for evacuations in several locations due to dam breaches and rising water levels (TVN24, Wirtualna Polska). The situation is described as critical, with some areas completely cut off (Radio ZET, Rzeczpospolita).
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Tragiczne skutki niżu Boris w Polsce. Zerwany most w Głuchołazach, przebita zapora w Stroniu Śląskim, co najmniej dwie osoby utonęły – to bilans ogromnych opadów i wezbranych rzek, dopływów Odry, które od piątku pustoszą Czechy, Słowację, Austrię i Polskę.
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17:44Tusk Declares State of Natural Disaster as Floods Ravage Southern Poland

Polish newspapers extensively report on the escalating flood crisis in southern Poland. Prime Minister Tusk has announced the introduction of a state of natural disaster (Wyborcza, Polsat News, Radio ZET). The situation remains critical, with dam breaches, rising water levels, and evacuations underway (Rzeczpospolita, TVN24, Wirtualna Polska). Flooding has also affected neighboring countries, including the Czech Republic and Romania (Polityka).
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19:01Tusk Declares State of Natural Disaster Amid Escalating Floods

Polish newspapers continue to report extensively on the severe flooding crisis in southern Poland. Prime Minister Tusk has announced the introduction of a state of natural disaster (Wyborcza, Super Express). The situation remains critical, with dam breaches, rising water levels, and ongoing evacuations (Niezależna, TVN24, Wirtualna Polska). Flood impacts are also reported in neighboring Czech Republic and Romania (Polityka).
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20:22Floods Ravage Southern Poland: Death Toll Rises, Hospital Evacuated

Polish newspapers continue to report extensively on the severe flooding crisis in southern Poland. The situation remains critical, with new fatalities reported (Super Express, Radio ZET) and ongoing evacuations, particularly in Nysa where a hospital is being evacuated (Polsat News, Wyborcza). The flood's impact on infrastructure is significant, with destroyed bridges and communication disruptions (Gazeta Prawna, Interia). Media also report on a potential assassination attempt on Donald Trump (Niezależna, wPolityce).
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21:22Flood Death Toll Rises as Poland Battles Waters

Polish newspapers continue extensive coverage of the severe flooding crisis in southern Poland. New fatalities have been reported (Super Express, Radio ZET, Wyborcza), with the death toll now at four. Evacuations are ongoing, including a hospital in Nysa (Onet, Polsat News). Several areas remain cut off from the world (Interia, Polsat News). International aid is arriving, with neighboring countries sending helicopters (Wirtualna Polska).
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23:02Southern Poland Submerged: Flood Crisis Intensifies

Polish newspapers report extensively on the worsening flood crisis in southern Poland. The death toll has risen to four (Super Express, Wyborcza), with ongoing evacuations, including a hospital in Nysa (Onet, Super Express). Wrocław is now at risk, with authorities preparing for rising water levels (Radio ZET, TVN24). The situation remains critical, with some areas cut off (Interia, Polsat News).