A spokeswoman for the AKH confirmed the corresponding media reports in response to an APA query on Thursday. Thunderstorms with record amounts of rainfall in some cases had led to around 600 operations by the Vienna Fire Service and other emergency organizations from Saturday afternoon to Sunday.
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The 45-year-old had an accident on Saturday around 5 p.m., almost four weeks ago. She fell near the bus stop for the 10A bus while trying to cross the sloping street. A flood wave caught the pedestrian and threw her under the bus that was standing at the stop. Eyewitnesses alerted the bus driver and the rescue services. The fire brigade had to lift the vehicle to free the 45-year-old. The woman was taken to hospital in a critical condition.
“Unfortunately, the patient has passed away,” the AKH said. Further details such as the time of death were not disclosed.
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Austria Battles Major Flooding After Record Downpours
Austria’s capital city, Vienna, has been beset by severe flooding following record-breaking rainfall, leading to widespread disruption and chaos. The Vienna Fire Service and other emergency organizations responded to over 600 operations between Saturday afternoon and Sunday, as thunderstorms brought heavy downpours to the region [[3]].
The fire services in Austria’s capital were called out more than 450 times on Saturday alone, as the torrential rain caused traffic chaos and disrupted rail transport [[1]][[3]]. The streets of Vienna were left underwater, with cars swept through a ski resort in the city [[1]].
The spokeswoman for the AKH confirmed the media reports, stating that thunderstorms with record amounts of rainfall had led to the large-scale emergency response [[2]]. The Vienna Fire Service and other emergency organizations worked tirelessly to respond to the crisis, with operations continuing from Saturday afternoon to Sunday.
The heavy rainfall has caused significant disruption to daily life in Vienna, with many residents forced to navigate floodwaters to get to work or school. The flooding has also raised concerns about the safety of the city’s infrastructure, with many buildings and roads affected by the deluge.
As Vienna struggles to recover from the devastating floods, residents are left to wonder about the causes of such extreme weather events. Climate change is increasingly being linked to record-breaking weather patterns, and it remains to be seen what measures the Austrian government will take to mitigate the effects of future floods.
In the meantime, residents are coming together to support each other through this difficult time. The Instagram account @viennastorm has been sharing updates and photos of the flooding, providing a platform for residents to share their experiences and offer support [[2]].
As the city begins to dry out and rebuild, one thing is clear: the people of Vienna are resilient and determined to overcome this setback. But as the frequency and severity of extreme weather events continue to increase, it is imperative that we take action to protect our cities and communities from the impacts of climate change.
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