Severe storm warning for Saturday in Latvia
Latvian authorities have issued a severe weather warning for Saturday, predicting heavy rain and thunderstorms across the country. Several public events have been postponed as a safety precaution.
Why it matters
Extreme weather events are increasingly impacting public safety and infrastructure, necessitating proactive emergency management.
According to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre, prolonged and "extremely heavy" rain is expected in central districts, with thunderstorms possible in places. The rain is likely to move in from the south around midday and continue well into Saturday night and Sunday morning.
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