The interim mayor of the Capital, Stelian Bujduveanu, announced the closure of schools in Bucharest on Wednesday, October 8, due to the red code for heavy rains.

Stelian Bujduveanu stated that, following the weather warnings, schools in Bucharest will be closed to protect students and parents from the risks of flooding. Local authorities are collaborating with ApaNova and ISU to manage the situation, ensuring that the waters will be discharged quickly. The decision was made following discussions with the Emergency Situations Committee, taking into account the large volume of precipitation announced and the potential impact on the health of the population.