Defence Minister: Army to deploy 1,000 soldiers to aid flood-stricken regions

The Czech army will deploy approximately 1,000 soldiers to assist villages hit by the recent floods, Defence Minister Jana Černochová announced on Sunday. According to the minister, 900 soldiers, including 60 reservists, and 200 pieces of equipment are already helping on the ground.

On Friday, the Defence Ministry announced plans to construct two dozen temporary bridges in the flood-affected areas, primarily in the Moravian-Silesian and Olomouc regions. The first bridge will be installed in the town of Bělá pod Pradědem in the Jeseník district.

In addition to engineers, the army has deployed medics, pilots, and meteorologists to assist in the relief efforts. The duration of the military's involvement will depend on the evolving needs of the regions.