Government to discuss aid for flooded areas in emergency meeting

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.