Rescuers clear up the damage caused by flooding in Slovenia. AFP

Video. Heavy rain causes widespread flooding in Slovenia

At least three people have been killed after heavy rainfall caused flooding in Slovenia.

At least three people have been killed after heavy rainfall caused flooding in Slovenia.

It has been declared the worst natural disaster since the Alpine country won independence. Homes and businesses were flooded and campsites washed away after the rain started on Thursday evening.

Two Dutch citizens and a Slovenian are known to have died.

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