Climate Change Spurs Torrential Floods and Landslides, Forcing Austrians Out of Their Homes

Torrential floods and landslides have devastated the south of Austria in particular this summer and driven many people from their homes. It was not until Friday night that a thunderstorm front swept across the country, requiring numerous fire brigade operations. Natural disasters like these are becoming more frequent due to climate change. Just like forest fires, hail and avalanches.