Storm Causes Widespread Damage in Latvia

A severe storm hit Latvia overnight into Sunday, August 23, with wind speeds exceeding 30 meters per second. The storm caused significant damage across the country, uprooting hundreds of trees, damaging cars, traffic lights, and public transport networks. In Riga, the capital, thousands of households were left without electricity, and many streets were flooded. Emergency services are working to restore power and clear debris, with cleanup expected to take a long time. The storm is considered one of the strongest in recent decades.