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Central Europe Braces For Worst Flooding In Years

People fill sandbags to reinforce the dam due to the flooding of the Danube river at Tahitotfalu, Hungary, on Monday, Sept. 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Denes Erdos)

Soldiers in Central Europe are working tirelessly to combat the devastating effects of severe flooding that has hit the region in recent days. The Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Austria have all been affected, with at least 16 reported deaths due to the heavy rainfall.

In response to the crisis, military helicopters have been dropping sandbags to reinforce river embankments, while residents are being evacuated from their homes to ensure their safety. The situation is dire, with the worst flooding in years causing widespread destruction.

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