Two weeks after storm, Latvia still clearing fallen and hazardous trees
Two weeks after a powerful storm hit Latvia, cleanup of fallen and dangerous trees is still underway in many areas. Riga's municipality has urged residents to avoid cemeteries without necessity and be cautious in parks, while the Nature Conservation Agency warns that some nature trail sections remain closed.
Two weeks after a severe storm swept across Latvia, cleanup efforts are still ongoing in numerous locations, with crews continuing to remove fallen and damaged trees that pose a risk to public safety. The prolonged timeline shows that fully addressing the storm's damage is taking longer than initially expected.
Riga urges caution
The Riga municipality has asked residents to refrain from visiting cemetery grounds unless truly necessary, since hazardous trees or tree remnants may still be present in these areas. The city has also called on people to remain alert while spending time in parks, where storm-related damage has not yet been fully cleared.
Nature trails remain closed
The Nature Conservation Agency reports that several sections of nature trails across the country are still closed to visitors for safety reasons. The agency is advising anyone planning outdoor excursions to check the current status of specific trails beforehand, to avoid entering areas where tree-clearing work is still underway or where damage has not yet been fully assessed.
Overall, the recovery process following the storm is proceeding gradually across the country, with work continuing in various municipalities and territories. Residents are being urged to respect barriers and warning signs and to avoid areas where entry is officially discouraged until the relevant authorities announce that the work has been completed.
