Army on standby for flood aid and assistence

The Czech Army is on standby due to flooding, with all units involved in the Integrated Rescue System ready, including the 15th Engineer Regiment, air force resources, and military fire brigades, said Defense Minister Jana Černochová (Civic Democratic Party. An operations center has been activated to oversee potential rescue efforts. So far, soldiers have only been deployed in Strakonice at the mayor's request. Černochová added that the army is prepared to provide further assistance, including helicopters and engineering teams, if needed.

Persistent heavy rains continue across most of Czechia, with warnings of extreme flooding in dozens of locations. According to meteorologists, the situation is expected to worsen, with strong winds reaching up to 100 km/h. Water management authorities have been releasing water from reservoirs, and sandbags are being prepared across affected areas. Most Czech political parties, both from the ruling coalition and the opposition, are suspending or limiting their election campaigns due to the looming flood threat. Events and meetings with citizens have been canceled, including a planned trip by opposition leader Andrej Babiš and his ANO party. Most political leaders say they aim to focus on managing the crisis rather than campaigning.