9 hours agoHeavy rainfall warned in Albania, defence ministry appeals for readiness
Periskopi(a year ago)
(a year ago)Albania is expected to be involved in heavy rainfall weather. The defence ministry in Tirana has appealed for central and local structures to be on alert, with the aim of preventing possible flooding. On December 23rd, intense to intense rainfall will include five districts such as Vlora, Gjirokastra, Shkodra, Kukes and Debar. [...]
The defence ministry in Tirana has appealed for central and local structures to be on alert, with the aim of preventing possible flooding.
On December 23rd, intense to intense rainfall will include five districts such as Vlora, Gjirokastra, Shkodra, Kukes and Debar. In other areas, rainfall will be moderate to intense, accompanied by thunderstorms.
Defense Ministry announcement:
Based on the report of the Military Meteorological Service and IGEMO, the Ministry of Defence through the National Civil Protection Agency, calls on all local and central structures to take preventive measures to avoid floods and be ready to react in time to any emergency situation.
According to the IGEO and SAMU, the second part of today's day are cut down on all circuits. According to abcnews.al, on December 23rd, intense rainfall will include Vlora, Gjirokastra, Shkodra, Kukes and Debar counties, while in other areas rainfall will be average to intense, accompanied by thunderstorms.
In altitudes over 400m north, east and Southeast rainfall will be snow-shaped, causing frost and difficulty in transport.
Co-operation and quick action are essential to minimise the consequences and ensure the safety of citizens.
