Five Killed in Southern Poland by Falling Trees Amid Strong Winds

The tragedy follows three days of unusually warm weather, leading to record-breaking temperatures.

Five individuals, including two children, were killed in southern Poland due to falling trees as winds reached speeds of up to 96mph.
In the town of Rabka-Zdrój, a tree crushed two women and a six-year-old, while another woman and child were killed in Zakopane.
Local authorities have issued warnings about dangerous winds, reaching at least 62mph, and closed mountain tracks in Tatra National Park.
Firefighters responded to over 140 incidents on Monday, including trees blocking roads and damaged roofs.
The strong winds followed a period of unusually warm weather, with temperatures reaching a record 26.4C in Tarnów.