Budapest braces for peak of flooding as Danube rises
Tourists and locals take pictures of the Danubeoverflowing, as Hungary reels from severe floods::"I think it's terrible for the people living in the city because I think it must have a lot of economic consequences,
Danube Breaches Banks As Flood Tide Hits Budapest
After excessive heavy rains in Central Europe, floodwaters in the Danube are expected to peak in Budapest on September 20-21. RFE/RL has been documenting the situation in the Hungarian capital, where the Danube has already burst its banks in places.
Danube River in Budapest almost at peak level
The Danube River in Budapest has almost reached its peak and reached the Hungarian parliament building on Friday, according to media reports. The water level is expected to rise another 50 centimeters (1.
Overflowing Danube Floods Areas North of Budapest
Widespread flooding was seen in Hungarian towns along the Danube on Friday, September 20, as Storm Boris caused the river to swell and flood.Video filmed by Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty’s Hungarian service shows flooding around homes in the towns of Esztergom and Kismaros on Friday,
Hungary Danube waters reach decade high after Storm Boris
The Danube peaked at a 10-year high in a heavily fortified Budapest on Saturday with the water reaching the steps of parliament, after deadly Storm Boris lashed Europe.
Danube peaks in southern Hungary as flood defences hold firm
The peak wave on the Danube is moving downstream, and by Monday morning, it was already in southern Hungary. Almost all the towns along the river have been protected from flooding, and the water level on the upper section of the Danube is quickly dropping.
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