Cold temperatures in Europe Kills 200 People

                            

KIEV, KOMPAS.com - extreme cold temperatures that hit parts of Eastern Europe and Russia have claimed nearly 200 lives so far, the largest number of casualties occurred in the Ukraine. The death toll in Ukraine carrying more than 80 people. Winter in the country arrived earlier than usual.

Very cold temperatures and snow made the capital of Ukraine, Kiev, and other parts of the country was covered with a thick layer of frozen. Average temperature of minus 23 degrees Celsius and expected to fall further.

National Disaster Management Agency reported trouble handling conditions occur but most people do not feel panic. "It's cold, but there is nothing special in this regard. The weather is typical for Ukraine, "said Lyubov, a resident of Kiev.

Dozens of people also died in Russia and Poland due to extreme weather. A total of 56 people died in Russia for a week Finally, news agency Ria-Novosti . They were admitted to the hospital recorded 371 people.

Polish Interior Ministry said most of the people who died from the cold temperatures are homeless.

Meanwhile, the heavy rain caused flooding in British disrupt ground transportation at a busy time ahead of Christmas and New Year 2012.