Residents and officials reported significant disruption following a recent severe storm that impacted Lithuania. The inclement weather, characterized by strong winds and heavy rains, caused widespread damage across the country, affecting daily life and infrastructure. One local politician shared personal accounts of the storm’s impact, noting that fallen trees presented hazards along roadways, particularly on the route between Vilkaviškis and her residence.
She reported that debris necessitated multiple stops, and confirmed that a tree had fallen onto her car, though she stressed that the vehicle was not occupied by passengers at the time. The damage was not limited to rural areas; Vilnius also experienced the force of the storm. The consequences of the severe weather peaked Saturday evening, when high winds and heavy rainfall led to power outages affecting an estimated 240,000 people nationwide.
Emergency services responded to an unprecedented scale of incidents. Firefighters logged over 12,000 calls dedicated solely to clearing the debris and mitigating the effects of the strong winds. Furthermore, the General Aid Center (GPC) recorded a record volume of calls, exceeding 11,000 contacts.
Representatives from the Energy Distribution Operator (ESO) confirmed that the sheer volume of calls received indicated an unprecedented level of emergency response demand following the storm.
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