Romania's agricultural sector is confronting challenges due to recent severe weather events. On April 26, 2025, violent storms impacted crop yields, with hail and flooding causing extensive damage. The National Meteorological Agency (ANM) had issued alerts for thunderstorms, intense rainfall, and potential agricultural impacts. Urban areas experienced temporary disruptions, but the agricultural sector faces lasting consequences.
The Environment Minister highlighted the potential absence of Romanian-grown produce in the market this year if conditions persist. The frost has already affected crops such as cherries, sour cherries, apricots, and peaches. In Dâmbovița County's Doicești commune, storms resulted in submerged public spaces and a winter-like appearance due to a layer of ice. Weather alerts focused on Brașov, Vâlcea, Dâmbovița, and Arad counties.
Brașov's Râșnov region experienced significant rainfall, leading to street flooding and hail accumulation. In Vâlcea County's Nicolae Bălcescu commune, hail covered yards. Arad's Vărădia de Mureș commune faced similar conditions with large hailstones. The ANM issued an orange warning on April 26 for intense rainfall and storms across nine counties, with over half of Romania under a yellow warning for storms, lightning, and strong winds.
Meteorologists anticipate a temperature drop from above 20°C (68°F) to lows of -3°C (26°F). The severe weather alert extends through April 29.
Source: The Watchers