Czech firefighters respond to nearly 900 incidents during weekend storms

Czech firefighters handled 878 incidents during weekend storms, with the most significant impact in the Central Bohemian Region, where they responded to 289 cases. The storms, marked by heavy rain and strong winds, caused widespread flooding, particularly on Sunday and early Monday. Firefighters mainly focused on pumping water from flooded areas and removing fallen trees from roads. Notably, they also assisted with vehicle rescues from flooded areas and monitored river levels. The storms disrupted transportation and caused significant damage, particularly in Prachatice, Rokycany, and parts of Prague.