Flooding Causes Dam Collapse at Romania's Praid Salt Mine

Praid Salt Mine Faces Disaster After Dam Collapse A dam at the Praid Salt Mine in Romania has collapsed due to severe flooding, causing significant damage and distress among the local population. The incident occurred on May 30th, 2025, and has devastated businesses reliant on the mine's tourist attraction. "Miners worked tirelessly to save the salt production sector," reported Carmen Bădilă, Kanal D correspondent. "But they couldn't fight against the unleashed power of nature." The video shows extensive flooding and structural damage within the mine. Local residents are distraught, with many expressing concerns about their livelihoods. One local, interviewed in the video, stated, "It's a very sad moment. People live off of this, and now it's all closed. Tourists won't come anymore." Authorities have closed access to the mine, and the government is planning to fund repairs once the floodwaters recede. While officials state the collapse is unlikely to become a full-scale disaster, local residents and experts remain concerned. The incident highlights the vulnerability of communities dependent on natural resources and tourism.