This small country is famous for its golden veil.sands, majestic mountains and gentle sea. Where is Bulgaria located? It is located on the west coast of the Black Sea and is considered a great place for relaxation and health improvement.
Tourists love to travel to these places sinceBulgaria has an abundance of nature reserves and national parks. In addition, many seduces a temperate climate. However, travelers who visited Bulgaria in the summer of 2014 were not lucky. Flooding in Bulgaria - an infrequent phenomenon. And it happened because of the incessant rains in the country.
How it all began
In June 2014, the mediawere full of news: "Bulgaria. Flooding in Varna. Journalists displayed in their articles that the mighty mud flows literally dared buildings, trees and cars on their way. The Asparuhovo quarter was especially hard hit.
Many visitors and locals becamewitness the emerging disaster. Eyewitnesses, who were sitting peacefully in a cafe in the city of Varna, said that heavy rain had first appeared. It lasted more than 2 hours with increasing intensity.
Soon the water in front of people began to rise.First of all, the city was filled with the sounds of alarms, which began to operate on rolling machines. Also, the wave carried shrubs, urns and bicycles along the street.
Particularly affected the lowlands of the city of Varna,which constantly increased the water level due to the inability to completely spill. In areas that are located in elevated areas, disaster has affected the population and their homes are not so violent.
Causes of flooding
All night long went rescue work, duringwho were identified 12 dead. Among them were children. Researchers reported that the monthly rate of rain fell in Bulgaria on June 19. Despite the fact that precipitation was observed throughout the country, those areas that were located in the lowlands suffered more.
Also, experts emphasize that they were violatedsafety measures. For example, an illegal construction and deforestation in the Dzhanavar area could shake the drainage system. The local population is confident that the cause of flooding could be a breakthrough reservoir in the area.
Flooding in Primorsko. Bulgaria
The southern coast of the country also came under attack. Element did not spare the beautiful city of Primorsko. It is known for its children's summer camps and is especially popular with visitors and locals.
On that ill-fated day in the city was observedflooding due to the fact that the rivers Ropotamo and Dyavolska overflowed. The sudden flood was affected by the golden sands in Bulgaria, which are so loved by visiting children. Homeowners and vegetable gardens of the villages Veselie and Yasnaya Polyana suffered the most in this area.
And everyone's favorite beach Pearl was washed away with water.The water invasion in the city was accompanied by a storm and a thunderstorm, which only aggravated the situation. A state of emergency was declared as soon as the flood in Primorsko was recorded. Bulgaria in this period was seething with muddy streams and shocked by the blurred terrain. The coast of the river Ropotamo was completely covered with fallen trees. Therefore, the roads leading in this direction were promptly closed.
Flooding in Albena. Bulgaria
В период повсеместного затопления туристы, Vacationers in Albena were evacuated from the disaster area as a matter of urgency. First of all, those hotels that were located near the Baltat Nature Reserve were flooded.
Наиболее пострадал от буйства дождей гостиничный complex "Georgan". Newspapers and television informed that the flood mercilessly swept away everything in its path. The golden sands in Bulgaria were ruthlessly washed away and carried away by the sea.
До своего отбытия домой гости этой страны были placed in hotels of the resort complex of Albena, which was not affected by devastating elements. Despite the fact that many of the rest was spoiled, people reacted with understanding to the situation.
Not for the first time recorded flooding inBulgaria, including in Albena. It was decided that it was necessary to investigate the channel of the Batovsk river and find out the reasons for the water overflow from the banks. Experts immediately began to make calculations and forecasts in order to prevent flooding in Bulgaria in the future.
Losses and help
Invaluable help during a disasterrendered the Ministry of the Interior and the fire protection of Bulgaria. The city authorities of neighboring regions also responded. Various cross-country vehicles were provided to Albena, which significantly alleviated the problem of movement.
Flooding in Bulgaria has affected the city of Dobrich.According to statistics, on June 19, 2014, 7 families were materially affected by the water invasion in this city. At that time, the city authorities issued a warning about the temporary disconnection of drinking water and electricity. It is estimated that 700 residential properties were affected by the flood.
President of the flood
After a few days have beenall the necessary work was done, external changes in Bulgaria were still clearly conspicuous. 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 considerable damage to the inhabitants of the country, damaged the infrastructure and, in general, had a negative impact on the Bulgarian economy.
С особым сочувствием президент отнесся к семьям dead, announcing June 21 day of mourning. In parallel, the Bulgarian government has planned the construction of social housing for the affected population and the allocation of funds for the repair of damaged roads.
