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18.09.2024

The Day the Flood Reached Wrocław

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Poland for 18.09.2024.

It displays 291 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

18.09.2024The Day the Flood Reached Wrocław
The flood situation in Poland escalated as the water reached Wrocław. Throughout the day, reports focused on the advancing flood wave, with Żagań experiencing evacuations and Oława preparing for prolonged inundation. Prime Minister Tusk held crisis meetings and announced measures to support flood victims, including VAT reductions on donations and potential mortgage relief. The government faced criticism for its response, leading to a resignation in the Climate Ministry. As evening approached, attention shifted to Wrocław's preparations, with residents reinforcing levees and authorities activating flood polders. The military launched "Operation Phoenix" to assist affected areas. By late night, the flood peak reached Wrocław, with reports of leaks in the Marszowice district's embankments, highlighting the ongoing struggle against rising waters.
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21:43Wrocław Braces for Wednesday's Flood Peak

The newspapers report on the worsening flood situation across Poland. Wrocław is bracing for a major flood peak expected on Wednesday (TVN24, Super Express, Wyborcza). Several roads in Lubuskie province have been closed due to flooding (Niezależna). The situation in Oława and Żagań is described as particularly critical (Wyborcza). Flood victims are reported to lack basic necessities (Rzeczpospolita).

04:01Oława Braces for Flood Wave as Odra River Swells

The newspapers report on the ongoing flood crisis in Poland. Multiple sources (OKO.press, Onet, Super Express, TVN24, Wyborcza) focus on rising water levels in Odra River and its tributaries, particularly affecting Oława and Wrocław. The city of Oława is preparing for a significant flood wave (Onet, Super Express). Rescue efforts are highlighted, with Radio ZET reporting on a two-day operation to save a water intake in Jelenia Góra.
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Przedsiębiorcy, którzy mimo zniszczenia ich firmowego majątku chcą dalej działać i nie zwolnią pracowników, mogą liczyć na to, że państwo wypłaci im świadczenia na pokrycie płac i składek ZUS do wysokości podwójnego minimalnego wynagrodzenia. Takie świadczenia będą wypłacane przez rok i będą zwolnione od podatku dochodowego.
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Racibórz Dolny to coraz rzadszy w Polsce przypadek dużej i udanej inwestycji toczącej się obok politycznych podziałów. Dziś trudno byłoby w jakiejkolwiek sprawie zbudować międzypartyjny trwały konsens; wszystko jest okazją do konfliktu i polaryzacji. Polityka nie cofnie się przed powodzią.
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05:22Oława Fights the Flood

The newspapers report on the ongoing flood crisis in Poland. Multiple sources (Onet, Niezależna, Super Express) focus on the flood wave reaching Oława, with residents and services working through the night to reinforce flood barriers. Wrocław is also preparing for rising water levels (Polsat News, TVN24). The government's flood aid measures are discussed (Gazeta Prawna, Rzeczpospolita), with some criticism of the response (Do Rzeczy).
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06:20Oława Braces for Flood Peak

The newspapers report on the ongoing flood crisis in Poland, with a focus on the critical situation in Oława (Do Rzeczy, Onet, Radio ZET). The flood wave is expected to peak in Oława, Opole, and Wrocław in the next two days (Wyborcza, Wirtualna Polska). Prime Minister Tusk warns of potential price controls to prevent speculation during the crisis (300polityka). The government's flood response and aid measures continue to be discussed (Gazeta Prawna, Rzeczpospolita).
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07:53Odra Overflows: Wrocław on High Alert

The newspapers report on the ongoing flood crisis in Poland, with a focus on rising water levels in the Odra River and its tributaries (Onet, Radio ZET, TVN24). Wrocław has exceeded the alarm level, while the Bóbr River shows a significant increase (Onet, Radio ZET). Prime Minister Tusk warns of potential price controls to prevent speculation during the crisis (Do Rzeczy, 300polityka). Drones are being used to monitor flooded areas (wPolityce).
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08:49Odra's Wrath: Poland Braces for Flood Peak

The newspapers report extensively on the ongoing flood crisis in Poland. Multiple sources (Onet, Radio ZET, TVN24, Wyborcza) focus on rising water levels in the Odra River and its tributaries, particularly affecting Wrocław and Brzeg. The flood peak is expected to reach several cities in the coming days (Wyborcza, Wirtualna Polska). The government's response and aid measures are being discussed and criticized (Rzeczpospolita, wPolityce, 300polityka).
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Prezes Urzędu Ochrony Konkurencji i Konsumentów zapewnił, iż monitoruje, czy na terenach dotkniętych powodzią może dochodzić do naruszenia przepisów. Chodzi o wzrost cen produktów pierwszej potrzeby czy też materiałów budowlanych niezbędnych do remontów i odbudowy zalanych budynków.
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10:17Odra's Rising Tide: Poland's Flood Crisis Intensifies

The newspapers report extensively on the ongoing flood crisis in Poland. Multiple sources (Onet, Radio ZET, TVN24, Wyborcza) focus on rising water levels in the Odra River and its tributaries, particularly affecting Wrocław and other cities. The flood peak is expected to reach several areas in the coming days (Wyborcza, Wirtualna Polska). New reports highlight the critical situation in Nysa and the Racibórz Dolny reservoir (Radio ZET, Polityka).
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11:21Odra's Fury: Poland Battles Rising Waters

The newspapers report extensively on the ongoing flood crisis in Poland. Multiple sources (Onet, Radio ZET, TVN24, Wyborcza) focus on rising water levels in the Odra River and its tributaries, particularly affecting Wrocław and Lewin Brzeski. The government's response and aid measures are being discussed (Rzeczpospolita, wPolityce), with potential price controls to prevent speculation during the crisis (Do Rzeczy, 300polityka).
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12:09Floods Ravage Poland: Politics and Blame Game Emerge

The newspapers report on the ongoing flood crisis in Poland. New headlines focus on the situation in Nowogród Bobrzański and Żagań (Onet), with sirens sounding in the latter. Former Prime Minister Beata Szydło calls for immediate flood relief funds in the European Parliament (wPolityce). The Centre for Monitoring Press Freedom criticizes the exclusion of TV Republika from crisis headquarters (Niezależna). Politicians debate the causes of the floods, with some blaming environmentalists (Polityka).
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13:13Poland's Levees Brace for Odra's Fury

The newspapers report on the escalating flood crisis in Poland, focusing on the advancing flood wave towards Wrocław (TVN24, Wirtualna Polska). Cities like Oława are struggling to reinforce levees (wPolityce). The government's response is under scrutiny, with debates over aid distribution (Super Express, Gazeta Prawna). Some politicians are controversially blaming environmentalists for the disaster (Polityka).
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14:01Wrocław Braces for Flood as Ministry Spokesman Resigns

The newspapers report on the worsening flood situation in Poland, with focus on Wrocław preparing for an incoming flood wave (Onet, Radio ZET, Rzeczpospolita). A new development is the resignation of the climate ministry spokesman following controversial comments about loans for flood victims (Niezależna, Polsat News, Wirtualna Polska). The border guard spokesman explains the handcuffing of Usyk (Interia).
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15:05Floodwaters Rise as Ministry Spokesman Falls

The newspapers report on the escalating flood crisis in Poland, with focus on Wrocław preparing for an incoming flood wave (Onet, Radio ZET, TVN24). Prime Minister Tusk has decided to take over crisis management in two cities (Polsat News, TVN24). A new development is the resignation of the climate ministry spokesman following controversial comments about loans for flood victims (Do Rzeczy, wPolityce).
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16:01Tusk Seizes Control in Flood-Stricken Cities

The newspapers report extensively on Prime Minister Tusk's decision to take over crisis management in two flood-affected cities, Stronie Śląskie and Lądek-Zdrój (Do Rzeczy, Polsat News, Rzeczpospolita, 300polityka). The flood situation remains critical, with Lewin Brzeski 90% submerged and water approaching blocks in Wrocław (Wyborcza). A climate ministry official has resigned amid controversy over flood victim aid (Wirtualna Polska, Wprost).
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17:04Tusk Takes Charge as Floods Advance

The newspapers report on the ongoing flood crisis in Poland. Prime Minister Tusk has taken over crisis management in Stronie Śląskie and Lądek-Zdrój (Niezależna, Rzeczpospolita). Wrocław is preparing for an incoming flood wave (Polsat News, Wirtualna Polska). The military is assisting with over 14,000 soldiers and 25 helicopters deployed (Wyborcza, wPolityce). Satellite maps reveal the scale of the disaster (Radio ZET).
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Atak Izraela na Hezbollah podsyca konflikt, który nie służy zwycięstwu Kamali Harris. Premier Izraela chce, by amerykańscy wyborcy zobaczyli, że razem z Joe Bidenem nie jest ona w stanie zapanować na sojusznikiem i wciąga USA w kolejny obok Ukrainy konflikt zbrojny.
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18:09Wrocław Braces for Flood as Tusk Takes Command

The newspapers report extensively on the ongoing flood crisis in Poland. Wrocław is preparing for an incoming flood wave, with officials implementing emergency measures (Interia, Radio ZET, Onet). Prime Minister Tusk has taken over crisis management in Stronie Śląskie and Lądek-Zdrój (Niezależna, 300polityka). Reports of looting in flood-affected areas have emerged (Wirtualna Polska).
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19:13Wrocław Braces for Deluge as Tusk Takes Command

The newspapers report extensively on the ongoing flood crisis in Poland. Wrocław is preparing for an incoming flood wave, with officials implementing emergency measures (Radio ZET, Rzeczpospolita, Wyborcza). Prime Minister Tusk has taken charge of crisis management in affected areas (300polityka). Reports highlight the impact on agriculture, with significant crop damage (Gazeta Prawna). The opposition criticizes the government's response (wPolityce).
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20:09Wrocław Braces as Flood Wave Approaches

The newspapers report extensively on the flood crisis in Poland, with focus on Wrocław preparing for an incoming flood wave (Interia, Radio ZET, OKO.press). Prime Minister Tusk faces criticism for his initial response to the flood threat (Niezależna, wPolityce). The flood peak has passed Opole and is moving towards Wrocław, where authorities are reinforcing flood defenses (TVN24, Super Express).
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Wojsko ofiarnie pomaga w likwidacji skutków powodzi na południu Polski. To nie jest jednak dobry moment, aby wojskiem straszyć i urządzać propagandowe pokazówki. Oczywiście państwo teraz próbuje pokazać swoją sprawczość. Ale czy ma temu towarzyszyć tromtadracja?
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21:13Wrocław's Midnight Flood: Military Mobilizes as City Braces

The newspapers report extensively on the unfolding flood crisis in Poland, with a focus on Wrocław's preparations for an incoming flood wave expected around 2:00 AM (Interia, Radio ZET, TVN24, Super Express). Authorities have decided to flood the Oławka polder to mitigate damage (Radio ZET, Wyborcza). Meanwhile, the military has launched "Operation Phoenix" to assist in flood relief efforts (Do Rzeczy).
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22:33Wrocław's Midnight Flood: City on Edge as Peak Wave Approaches

The newspapers extensively report on the critical flood situation in Wrocław, as the city braces for a peak wave expected around midnight (Interia, Radio ZET, TVN24, Super Express, Wyborcza). Authorities are implementing emergency measures, including flooding the Oławka polder to mitigate damage (Radio ZET, Wyborcza). The military has launched "Operation Phoenix" to assist in flood relief efforts (Do Rzeczy). Some sources discuss the political implications and government response to the crisis (Niezależna, Wirtualna Polska).