Title: Heavy Rain and Snowfall DisruptTransportation, Leave Regions Without Power in Bulgaria
Bulgaria’s River Veleka has swelled out of its banks once again, flooding the bridge connecting Sinemorets and Tsarevo, according to local reports. Heavy rainfall in the Strandja mountains has increased the river’s flow, affecting this Black Sea region. Emergency services and border police are on the scene managing the situation.
Strong waves pose additional challenges to the river’s passage, causing significant difficulties in accessing Tsarevo, Sinemorets, and Ressen. Meanwhile, snowfall is hampering accessibility to Mount Vitosha and the Aleko hut, where the opening of the ski season was scheduled today but had to be postponed due to uncleared paths and a stuck snowplow in the area.
The route to the Golden Bridges is also experiencing delays, and movement remains challenging, especially in the Russe-Biala section where a snowplow slid earlier today. Travel through the Shipka Pass is possible only with the use of chains, requiring extra caution from drivers.
Power Outages Afflict Areas
Power outages are affecting numerous settlements across the country. The popular ski resort of Borovets has been left without electricity, along with towns such as Samokov, Pravece, Kostenets, Etropole, and Eлин Пелин, among others.
The Bulgarian government and utility providers are working diligently to restore power and ensure the safety of residents and tourists in the affected areas.
Image: A snowplow stuck on the roads, contributing to transportation disruptions.
