٠٠:٠١:٥٩Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban assured the public on Tuesday that Hungary is well-prepared to handle the current flood situation. Rising waters from the Danube continue to threaten parts of Central Europe. Orban emphasised Hungary’s past success in managing similar crises but warned against complacency, urging citizens and officials to remain vigilant.
"We've managed this before and are confident we can do it again," Orban stated, explaining that floodwaters in western Hungary will be safely diverted toward Serbia. However, he stressed the need for ongoing caution, particularly in key areas like Esztergom and Szigetkoz, where additional reinforcements are required.
Calling for volunteers to assist with flood defences, Orban asked people to coordinate their efforts through local mayors to ensure an organised response. "Volunteers are needed... but it’s vital that we maintain an organised and efficient approach," he added.
With flood defences being tested under pressure, Orban noted that so far, the systems in place have proven reliable. However, the situation remains serious, and authorities continue to work closely with water experts, police, and soldiers to manage the threat.
Earlier floods caused damage in the Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia, Romania, Austria and Hungary, with casualties reported. Reports indicate seven deaths in Romania, five in Austria and three in the Czech Republic. The natural disaster has left tens of thousands of households without electricity and fresh water in Austria, Romania, Hungary, Germany, Slovakia and the Czech Republic.
The current flooding in Central Europe has evoked memories of the devastating 1997 flood that killed 54 people and forced 162,000 to evacuate in Poland and the Czech Republic.
'Well-prepared to handle current situation' - Orban calls for caution and coordination as Hungary reinforces defences against Danube water rise
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban assured the public on Tuesday that Hungary is well-prepared to handle the current flood situation. Rising waters from the Danube continue to threaten parts of Central Europe. Orban emphasised Hungary’s past success in managing similar crises but warned against complacency, urging citizens and officials to remain vigilant.
"We've managed this before and are confident we can do it again," Orban stated, explaining that floodwaters in western Hungary will be safely diverted toward Serbia. However, he stressed the need for ongoing caution, particularly in key areas like Esztergom and Szigetkoz, where additional reinforcements are required.
Calling for volunteers to assist with flood defences, Orban asked people to coordinate their efforts through local mayors to ensure an organised response. "Volunteers are needed... but it’s vital that we maintain an organised and efficient approach," he added.
With flood defences being tested under pressure, Orban noted that so far, the systems in place have proven reliable. However, the situation remains serious, and authorities continue to work closely with water experts, police, and soldiers to manage the threat.
Earlier floods caused damage in the Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia, Romania, Austria and Hungary, with casualties reported. Reports indicate seven deaths in Romania, five in Austria and three in the Czech Republic. The natural disaster has left tens of thousands of households without electricity and fresh water in Austria, Romania, Hungary, Germany, Slovakia and the Czech Republic.
The current flooding in Central Europe has evoked memories of the devastating 1997 flood that killed 54 people and forced 162,000 to evacuate in Poland and the Czech Republic.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban assured the public on Tuesday that Hungary is well-prepared to handle the current flood situation. Rising waters from the Danube continue to threaten parts of Central Europe. Orban emphasised Hungary’s past success in managing similar crises but warned against complacency, urging citizens and officials to remain vigilant.
"We've managed this before and are confident we can do it again," Orban stated, explaining that floodwaters in western Hungary will be safely diverted toward Serbia. However, he stressed the need for ongoing caution, particularly in key areas like Esztergom and Szigetkoz, where additional reinforcements are required.
Calling for volunteers to assist with flood defences, Orban asked people to coordinate their efforts through local mayors to ensure an organised response. "Volunteers are needed... but it’s vital that we maintain an organised and efficient approach," he added.
With flood defences being tested under pressure, Orban noted that so far, the systems in place have proven reliable. However, the situation remains serious, and authorities continue to work closely with water experts, police, and soldiers to manage the threat.
Earlier floods caused damage in the Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia, Romania, Austria and Hungary, with casualties reported. Reports indicate seven deaths in Romania, five in Austria and three in the Czech Republic. The natural disaster has left tens of thousands of households without electricity and fresh water in Austria, Romania, Hungary, Germany, Slovakia and the Czech Republic.
The current flooding in Central Europe has evoked memories of the devastating 1997 flood that killed 54 people and forced 162,000 to evacuate in Poland and the Czech Republic.