Unusually warm weather followed by freezes have caused significant damage to farmers in the Balkan countries, Poland, and the Netherlands. The fluctuating temperatures have ruined crops such as fruits, strawberries, and apples, with some areas experiencing temperatures as low as -8C and as high as 30C. In response, Dutch farmers sprayed their orchards with water to protect the buds from frost damage. Forecasters anticipate more extreme weather conditions in the coming week.