Daugava River Draws 'Flood Tourists'

Unusual water level fluctuations in the Daugava River near Pļaviņas, caused by ice jams, have created dramatic scenery. This has unexpectedly drawn a large number of tourists, dubbed 'flood tourists,' to the area. Local authorities assure residents that there is no immediate danger, but are advising those in flood-prone areas.

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