Bulgaria experienced its first snowfall of the season, with the highlands in Veliko Tarnovo and Targovishte covered in white. Snow began on Sunday, blanketing towns like Elena and Osmanpazarı. Despite winter weather, Sofia International Airport reported normal operations. The Road Infrastructure Agency confirmed that road surfaces in affected areas have been prepared for safe winter driving conditions.
Monsoon rains continuing since June 26 have caused devastating floods and landslides across Pakistan, killing 281 people and injuring 676, according to the National Disaster Management Agency. Punjab province was the worst hit, with 151 deaths.
At least 131 of the victims were children. Authorities warn of more rainfall through July 31 as the crisis continues to unfold.