Latgale still struggling with aftermath of powerful windstorm
Thousands of households across Latgale remain without electricity days after a powerful windstorm, with some areas also lacking water, internet and mobile connections. Services and municipalities continue repair work.
Days after a powerful windstorm hit Latgale, its effects are still disrupting residents' daily lives. Thousands of households in the region remain without electricity, and in some areas water supply, internet and mobile connections have also been affected.
Services disrupted
In many places across Latgale, shops remain closed, ATMs are out of service, and public transport is running with difficulty. Residents have had to adapt to life without their usual services while repair work continues on the ground.
Repair efforts continue
Responsible services and municipalities are continuing efforts to restore normal electricity supply and other services in the affected areas. The situation is being monitored as cleanup and repair work proceeds.
