#Europe According to researchers, the consequences of a flood also depend on how urban areas are planned and built. Construction in or near high-risk areas, poor infrastructure, & inadequate drainage systems can significantly worsen the damage The study also highlights problems with early warning systems. In some cases, alerts do not reach citizens in time or are not properly understood, increasing the risk to life & property https://www.balkanweb.com/en/Floods-in-Europe%3A-not-only-the-climate-crisis--vulnerable-buildings-and-infrastructure-increase-the-risk/#gsc.tab=0 #ClimateChange #pollution #ecology #climate