Citizens of the Republic of Moldova who are, are crossing or intend to travel to Austria are warned about the severe weather conditions forecast in this country in the coming period. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, there will be heavy torrential rain accompanied by strong winds, with precipitation of 200 to 300 l/sqm, , IPN reports.

The Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in the Republic of Austria said that the Austrian authorities had issued orange weather warnings for heavy rain valid for Lower Austria, Upper Austria, Vienna, Salzburg, northern Burgenland, northern Styria, and northeastern Tyrol until September 17.

The significant rainfall can cause flooding and landslides, which in turn can lead to flight delays or cancellations at affected airports, blocking of railway lines, and can also affect public utility networks.

The citizens should brace for possible supply chain disruptions and ensure that battery-powered devices are charged in the event of prolonged power outages.

If Moldovan citizens are facing a crisis situation, they can call the Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in Austria on +43 196 110 30 or the emergency phone +43 660 961 91 82. The diplomatic mission reminds the phone numbers of the emergency services in Austria: firefighters: 122, police: 133, gas services: 128, mountain rescue: 140, emergency doctor: 141, and ambulance: 144.