Storm interrupts Colours of Ostrava festival, two concerts cancelled

A thunderstorm forced organisers of the Colours of Ostrava music festival to suspend Friday evening’s programme for about an hour. Two concerts were first postponed and then cancelled, while three others were delayed or interrupted. Festivalgoers took shelter in buildings and permanent tents after organisers warned of the approaching storm. The programme resumed shortly after 9 p.m., although light rain continued. Festival spokesman Ondřej Bambas said the storm caused no damage at the venue. Performances by British-Indian bhangra star Malkit Singh and Cypriot alternative pop and rock artist Della were cancelled. Organisers said Della will perform instead on Saturday at a time and venue yet to be announced.