04.10.2024 23:01
As a result of heavy rainfall affecting the central and southern regions of Bosnia and Herzegovina, 18 people lost their lives in the resulting flood disaster. Roads collapsed during the flood, and access to the city of Jablanica became completely inaccessible. Rescue efforts are ongoing.
The death toll from the flood disaster in Bosnia and Herzegovina has risen to 18.
FLOOD IN BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA CLAIMS 18 LIVES
The country of Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Balkans has been hit by floods. Following heavy rainfall in the southern and central parts of the country, the toll from the flood disaster is increasing. In a statement from the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton in southern Bosnia and Herzegovina, it was reported that the bodies of 16 people have been found in the towns of Jablanica and Konjic, which were affected by the floods, and that search and rescue operations are ongoing. It was noted that among the deceased was an infant. The floods in Bosnia and Herzegovina also affected the towns of Fojnica and Kiseljak, where it was stated that 2 people lost their lives due to water inundation in Fojnica.
THE ARMY IS PARTICIPATING IN SEARCH AND RESCUE OPERATIONS
While serious damages have occurred in the cities affected by the flood disaster, it was reported that the army has also been involved in search and rescue operations. Denis Becirovic, the Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, visited Jablanica, the area most affected by the floods, and stated that everything necessary would be done to deliver aid to the people. The Croatian member of the Council, Zeljko Komsic, and the Serbian member, Zeljka Cvijanovic, also issued condolences for those who lost their lives in the floods.
Many institutions and organizations in Bosnia and Herzegovina are providing financial assistance, and numerous aid campaigns have also been launched.