Central Europe is grappling with severe flooding as extreme weather conditions wreak havoc across the region.

Unusually early snowfall in the Alps, driven by cold polar air and warm Mediterranean influences, has led to significant precipitation.

This has resulted in dramatic flooding in countries like Austria, Poland, and the Czech Republic.

In Poland, a dam failure in Stronie Śląskie has exacerbated the situation, with water levels surpassing those of the 1997 millennium flood.

Austria faces similar challenges, with regions like Waldviertel experiencing what officials describe as a centennial flood event.

The situation is dire, with multiple fatalities reported across Romania, Austria, and Poland.

Authorities are urging residents in affected areas to evacuate as water levels continue to rise, posing a significant threat to life and infrastructure.