The flood walls have been erected here in Prague. Although the Vltava river was expected to crest last night, it hasn't quite yet. Hopefully soon. To interpret that page, just go straight to the brightly colored graph, which shows the river height at a gauge just a few miles out of town. The river level is about 400 centimeters (4 meters, or nearly 13 feet) above where it was a few days ago.
All of these pictures were taken upon my arrival last night...after a long walk from the main train station to my hotel, since the subway is closed as a precaution. Most trams are still running though, since there has not been (and isn't expected to be) any street flooding except very close to the river.
Still, it's fascinating to see a minor natural disaster and the local response unfold right before your eyes. More photos to come after breakfast.
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