"On behalf of Canada, I would like to express our shared concern and solidarity with the people of Hungary as the flooding which has already affected much of Central Europe begins to impact this country. We applaud the significant efforts being undertaken to mitigate the impacts of the rising flood waters."

Canada will continue to monitor the impact of this event, and will remain in close contact with Hungarian authorities.

Canadian citizens in Hungary who require emergency assistance should contact the Embassy of Canada in Budapest at (36 1) 392-3360, or contact the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada's Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa by calling (00 1) 613-996-8885 (collect calls are accepted where available).

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