Jakub Jaraczewski
The government has invoked the emergency measure for 30 days.
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Poland deploys military police to protect evacuated flood zones from looters
Anyone caught stealing from victims of the disaster “will be severely punished”, says the defence minister.
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Poland announces 1 billion zloty support fund for flood victims
Up to 10,000 zloty in immediate aid will be available as well as larger amounts for long-term reconstruction.
Poland to declare state of emergency over floods and appeals to EU for help
Torrential rain has seen the south of Poland devastated by floods, with at least two deaths reported so far.
Floods claim first life in Poland as PM warns residents to obey evacuation orders
Southern parts of the country have been overwhelmed by torrential rain.
Beavers cause flooding in Polish town, leading road to collapse
A ten-metre-wide and eight-metre-deep hole appeared in the road, which could take months to repair.
New study highlights climate-driven flooding threat to Poland’s Baltic coast
Northern Poland is at greater risk of coastal flooding from rises in sea levels than previously thought, according to a new study.
