Code Red Warning of Windstorms Issued for Ialomita and Calarasi Counties

Romanian meteorologists issued a code red warning of windstorms for the Calarasi and Ialomita counties, in southeastern Romania, predicting torrential rain, strong winds and large-scale hailstorms on Monday afternoon.

9 views

The warning was in effect until 18.30 local time on Monday. According to meteorologists, winds could take on a tornado-like aspect during the events, possibly reaching speeds of up to 110 km/h.

The town of Drajna in Calarasi county was affected by a tornado last week, which left at least ten houses without rooftops.

Romania’s General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU) mobilized more than 180 military firefighters, who were place on stand-by to intervene in the area if deemed necessary. Citizens in the affected areas were also sent warning messages on their phones through the Ro-Alert system.

If you liked this story, please follow MEDIAFAX.RO on FACEBOOK »

The content of mediafax.ro is for your information only. Republishing or using this content is forbidden without express consent of MEDIAFAX. For this consent, please ask for it by mail at vanzari@mediafax.ro.