Flooding in Bulgaria. Losses

This small country is famous for the cover of golden sands, majestic mountains and gentle sea. Where is Bulgaria? It stretches on the western coast of the Black Sea and is considered an excellent place for rest and health.

Tourists like to travel to these places, as in Bulgaria there is an abundance of reserves and national parks. In addition, many are tempted by a temperate climate. However, travelers who visited Bulgaria in the summer of 2014 were not lucky. Flooding in Bulgaria is a rare phenomenon. And it happened because of incessant rains on the territory of the country.

How it all began

In June 2014, the media was full of news: "Bulgaria. The flood in Varna. " Journalists reflected in their articles that the mighty mud flows literally dashed on their way of construction, trees and cars. Particularly badly affected area Asparuhovo.

Many visitors and locals became witnesses of the emerging disaster. Eyewitnesses who peacefully sat in the cafe of the city of Varna, said that first there was a strong shower. It lasted more than 2 hours with increasing intensity.

Soon the water began to rise in front of people. First of all, the city was filled with sounds of alarms, which began to work on the overturning machines. Also the wave carried along the street shrubs, urns and bicycles.

Particularly affected by the lowlands of the city of Varna, which constantly raised the water level due to the inability to completely spill. In areas that are located in elevated zones, the disaster affected the population and their homes not so violently.

Causes of flooding

All the nights there were rescue works, during which 12 dead were found. Among them were children. Researchers reported that on June 19 in Bulgaria fell the monthly rain norm. Despite the fact that the precipitation was recorded on the territory of the whole country, the areas that were in the lowlands were affected to a greater extent.

Also, experts emphasize that security measures have been violated. For example, the drainage system could be damaged by illegal construction and deforestation in the Janavara region. Local people are sure that the reason for the flood could be a breakthrough in the reservoir in the area.

Flooding in Primorsko. Bulgaria

The southern coast of the country is also under attack. The elements did not spare the beautiful city of Primorsko. It is famous for its children's summer camps and is very popular with visitors and locals.

On that ill-fated day in the city flooding was observed because the rivers Ropotamo and Diavolska left the banks. I was affected by the sudden flood of golden sands in Bulgaria, which was so loved by newcomers. Most affected in this area are the households and gardens of the villages of Veselie and Yasnaya Polyana.

And all the beloved beach Pearl was washed away with water. Water invasion in the city was accompanied by a storm and a thunderstorm, which only aggravated the situation. The state of emergency was announced as soon as the flood in Primorsko was recorded . Bulgaria during this period was boiling with dirty streams and shocked by the washed out terrain. The coast of the river Ropotamo was completely covered with fallen trees. Therefore, the roads in this direction were quickly closed.

Flood in Albena. Bulgaria

In a period of widespread flooding, tourists, vacationing in Albena, were evacuated from the disaster zone urgently. First of all, those hotels that were located near the Baltata Nature Reserve were flooded.

The hotel complex "Georgana" suffered the most from raging rains. Newspapers and television reported that the flood mercilessly swept everything in its path. The golden sands in Bulgaria were ruthlessly washed away and carried away by the sea.

Prior to his departure, the guests of this country were accommodated in the hotels of the resort complex of Albena, which was not affected by the devastating elements. Despite the fact that many vacation was spoiled, people reacted with understanding to the situation.

Not for the first time recorded a flood in Bulgaria, including in Albena. It was decided that it is necessary to investigate the riverbed Batovska and find out the causes of water from the coast. Experts immediately started calculating and forecasting to prevent a flood in Bulgaria in the future.

Loss and help

During the disaster, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the fire protection of Bulgaria provided invaluable assistance. Also responded to the city authorities of neighboring regions. In Albena was given a variety of cross-country vehicles, which greatly facilitated the problem of movement.

The flood in Bulgaria affected the city of Dobrich. According to statistics, on June 19, 2014, 7 families suffered materially from the water invasion in this city. At that time, the city authorities introduced a warning about the temporary disconnection of drinking water and electricity. It is estimated that 700 residential areas were affected by flooding.

President of the flood

After several days of necessary work was done, external changes in Bulgaria were still clearly evident. In those days, Bulgarian President Plevniev visited the most affected areas of Dobrich and Varna. In his address, he stressed that the spontaneous wave caused significant damage to the inhabitants of the country, damaged the infrastructure and, in general, negatively affected the Bulgarian economy.

With special sympathy, the president reacted to the families of the deceased, declaring June 21 a day of mourning. In parallel, the Government of Bulgaria planned the construction of social housing for the affected population and the allocation of funds for the repair of damaged roads.