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09/16/2024
The police have confirmed the first three casualties of the floods. A woman drowned in the Krasovka River in the Bruntál region, two people, a man and a woman were found dead in Krnov and seven people are reported missing. There is no trace so far of the three missing people whose car fell into a turbulent river in the Jesenice region on Saturday. A fifty-four-year-old man who fell into a swollen stream in the Uherské Hradiště region on Saturday also disappeared without trace. Firemen and rescue teams narrowly saved several people from drowning, including three young children. The authorities have appealed to the public not to take risks and above all to refrain from adrenalin sports such as trying to sail down the swollen rivers in boats or on rafts.
The most tragic floods in the history of the Czech Republic claimed 50 lives in July 1997. The 2020 floods claimed nine casualties and seventeen people died in the 2002 floods. The police and local authorities said that getting an early warning of the floods thanks to more advanced meteorological models was a huge advantage that helped protect both lives and property.
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09/16/2024
Seven keyholders will unlock the Crown Chamber in St. Vitus Cathedral on Monday, retrieving the Czech crown jewels for public display. Starting Tuesday, the St. Wenceslas Crown, royal orb, scepter, and other regalia will be exhibited in the Vladislav Hall at Prague Castle, free to visitors until the end of September. This year's exhibition, "The Mysterious Power of Stones," will focus on the gemstones adorning the jewels. President Petr Pavel decided the jewels would be displayed annually to mark the feast of St. Wenceslas on September 28. The exhibition will be open daily, except for specific school group days.
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09/16/2024
Mobile networks in Moravia-Silesia and Olomouc regions are still facing local outages due to power cuts, with hundreds of cell towers without electricity. Access to some sites with diesel generators is restricted due to safety concerns, according to operators. CETIN, T-Mobile, O2, and Vodafone are working to restore service but are hindered by downed trees, flooded roads, and unstable ground. T-Mobile and O2 are offering unlimited mobile data to customers affected by fixed internet outages, while Vodafone has introduced unlimited data for its contract customers until September 19.
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09/16/2024
The key road connection D1 motorway connecting Czechia to Poland remains closed near Ostrava, the largest population center in northern Moravia. Rail service to the city will remain suspended for at least another week, according to Transport Minister Martin Kupka (Civic Democratic Party). Severe disruptions are affecting railways in Ostrava, Opava, Jeseníky, and Šumperk, with potential for more closures as floodwaters move south. Currently, trains from Prague to Ostrava terminate in Hranice na Moravě. Rail routes to Slovakia remain operational. As of Sunday evening, 23 rail lines are disrupted or closed, with more expected in the Morava and Bečva river basins. Road conditions are also worsening, particularly in Olomouc and Moravia-Silesia, with major roads underwater or damaged.
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09/16/2024
The number of flood warnings in Czechia has decreased by around 40 in the past 24 hours, with over 200 locations still under alert. One-third of these areas remain at the highest flood warning level. While water levels are stabilizing in the upper river regions, levels in lower areas are expected to rise. According to water management authorities, rivers in the Olomouc region have already peaked, but mid and lower river levels are increasing. Bečva is expected to peak early Monday morning, with evacuation recommended in Litovel. Extreme flood alerts remain in place for Mikulovice and Jindřichov, though technical sensor issues may affect readings.
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09/16/2024
The Czech government will hold an emergency meeting on Monday evening to address the floods caused by heavy rainfall, especially in northern Moravia and Frýdlantsko. The meeting will focus on material aid for damage repair and measures to manage the crisis. Ministers will also discuss ensuring the upcoming regional and Senate elections proceed as planned and the potential use of EU solidarity funds and the National Recovery Plan. Prime Minister Petr Fiala said the damages will be significant, and the state will work with local authorities to support recovery efforts. Other topics include the deployment of the army and resources from the State Material Reserves.
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09/15/2024
Skies over Czechia will remain cloudy on Monday with rain, especially heavier in mountainous areas. Temperatures will range from 13 to 17°C, reaching up to 20°C in northern Bohemia, and around 12°C at 1000 meters in the mountains.
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09/15/2024
NATO Days in Ostrava and the Czech Air Force Days, planned for next weekend at Mošnov Airport, have been canceled due to flooding. Organizers, Jagello 2000, announced the decision on the social media platform X, citing the current situation as unsuitable for the event. The cancellation is also meant to show solidarity with firefighters, police, soldiers, and citizens affected by the floods. Additionally, waterlogged grounds and damaged access roads have made it impossible to proceed with preparations at the airport.
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09/15/2024
The Krkonoše National Park (KRNAP) administration is advising visitors to avoid the forests, where strong winds and waterlogged soil are causing trees and branches to fall. Landslides are also a risk, according to KRNAP spokesperson Radek Drahný. The region is experiencing heavy rain and floods as part of storm Boris, which has hit Central and Eastern Europe. In Špindlerův Mlýn, the Elbe River has reached the highest flood warning level. Polish authorities have temporarily closed their side of the Krkonoše park due to dangerous conditions on trails, bridges, and footpaths.
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09/15/2024
More than 10,500 people have been evacuated in Czechia since the beginning of the floods, according to Vladimír Vlček, the head of the Fire Rescue Service. Hundreds have been rescued from immediate danger. The region is experiencing heavy rain and floods as part of storm Boris, which has hit Central and Eastern Europe. Vlček emphasized the difference between evacuation and rescue, noting that many people initially refuse evacuation but later require rescue. Firefighters are prepared to provide emergency shelter for up to 30,000 people.
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