Five persons have died as a result of the heavy flood in Central Europe, Edum News reports.
It was reported that four people died in Poland and one in the Czech Republic on Monday, as a result of the heavy flood.
Following an emergency government meeting, Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced a state of natural disaster in the flooded areas to facilitate evacuation and rescue operations, as well as expedite financial support for the victims.
He noted that the Finance Minister has earmarked 1 billion zlotys ($258,000) for immediate payouts.
Water levels have however, subsided, leaving streets covered in debris and mud, damaged bridges and some burst dams and embankments. Schools and offices in the affected areas were closed Monday and drinking water and food were being delivered by trucks. Many Polish cities, including Warsaw, have called for food donations for flood survivors.
Written by Hope James
