- 3d ago
Romania issues red heat alert for three western counties as temperatures hit 40°C
Three counties in western Romania are under a red code warning for extreme heat on Sunday, with maximum temperatures forecast to reach 39–40°C and tropical nights offering little relief.
- Jul 20
Romanian students win one gold, five silver, and three bronze medals at the 2026 International Math and Chemistry Olympiads
Romanian students secured one gold, five silver, and three bronze medals across the International Mathematical Olympiad in Shanghai and the International Chemistry Olympiad in Tashkent, the Ministry of Education announced on 19–20 July.
- Jul 1
Bucharest reels from strongest storm in 30 years; new warnings issued
A violent storm overnight dumped a month's worth of rain on Bucharest, killing one person, downing hundreds of trees, and flooding streets and metro stations. Authorities warn of more severe weather ahead.
- Jun 20
Romania issues first heatwave warnings of summer, temperatures to hit 36°C
ANM has issued yellow code heatwave alerts for western and central Romania through Monday, with Sunday expected to be the hottest day at up to 36°C. Thunderstorms and hail are also forecast for mountainous areas.
