Riga Hit by Unexpected Downpour, Causing Citywide Flooding

Unexpected downpour in Riga causes flooding and disruption. Riga, Latvia experienced heavier than expected rainfall on May 6th, 2025, despite an orange weather warning. One resident, who wishes to remain anonymous, described his experience: "I got completely soaked! I had to wait for ages for the water to go down." The unexpected downpour led to significant flooding in several areas of the city, disrupting traffic and causing inconvenience to residents. City officials are assessing the damage and implementing measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. The unexpected heavy rain serves as a reminder of the importance of heeding weather warnings and being prepared for unexpected weather events.