Strong storm floods streets in Burgas: What's happening?

08.01.2026 | Burgas

Early this morning, Burgas was hit by a severe thunderstorm, which led to flooding on some streets and boulevards. Traffic in the city is disrupted. There is no information about casualties.

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A strong thunderstorm broke out over Burgas early this morning, with the torrential rain briefly flooding some streets and boulevards in the city. The intense rainfall hampered traffic in several key parts of the city.

The municipality has received reports of flooded areas on Yakim Yakimov St., Yanko Komitov Blvd., as well as the Vladimir Pavlov overpass, where cars are passing slowly due to the accumulated water.

At the moment, there is no information about casualties or damage from the strong wind.