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New record low temperature of -41.1°C observed in Poland
The finding was observed by researchers monitoring temperatures in the Tatra mountains.
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Heavy storm in Warsaw leads to record rainfall
Across 24 hours, around 120 litres of rain per square metre fell in the Bielany district, twice the previous record.
Polish orchards and vineyards light bonfires to warm crops amid sudden cold snap
The combination of unseasonably warm weather followed by a freeze could cause yields to fall as much as 70%.
Polish Left and unions call for rules limiting working hours during extreme heat
They note that, while regulations specify minimum working temperature in cold weather, there is no equivalent maximum temperature during hot weather.
Poland sees record high January temperatures of almost 19°C on first day of year
In some parts of Poland, the average temperature reached the level set by the state meteorological agency to qualify as summer temperatures.
Over half of Poland at serious risk of drought amid heatwave, says state agency
Over 170 municipalities in Poland have introduced restrictions on the use of water, with many rivers running dangerously low.
Tornado, mammatus clouds and orange skies: extreme weather hits Poland
The neighbouring Czech Republic was also hit by a deadly tornado.
Poland records hottest ever February temperatures
The temperature reached 22.1°C, a new record.
