Kritično2h ago
Trebinje firefighters launched a large-scale operation in the early morning on Golo Brdo to prevent fire from spreading towards Pokrajčići, deploying 32 personnel with full equipment and helicopter support from the BiH Armed Forces.
21 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsRadio-televizija Republike Srpske · Banjaluka.net
Kritično3h ago
Bosnia and Herzegovina faces a heat wave with temperatures peaking at 40–43 °C on August 27–28, followed by cooling over the weekend. Prolonged drought and lack of precipitation have driven river water levels to critical lows, with experts warning of long-term ecosystem and groundwater impacts.
20 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsVečernji list BiH · Radiosarajevo.ba
Kritično4h ago
The Tuzla Canton inspection authority has suspended operations at the nursing home, citing failure to meet required standards. The decision comes months after a fire that killed 17 residents, while investigation into that incident continues.
6 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsTuzlanski.ba · Radiosarajevo.ba
Kritično23h ago
A forest fire that has burned for several days near Trebinje expanded to a 20-kilometer fire line with fresh flare-ups driven by wind, as firefighters, civil protection, volunteers and an armed forces helicopter continue defending households in villages Željevo, Konjsko and Orašje while also protecting the city's main water source.
17 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsKlix.ba · Nezavisna novinska agencija Patria
Napeto9h ago
Twelve wildfires are active across Serbia, with the most significant at Deliblato Sand and the Stol mountains; officials say the situation has improved but fear weekend winds could reignite the fire in the Sand.
7 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsNova.rs · Radio-televizija Republike Srpske
Napeto5h ago
Laktaši firefighters rescued a dog that spent two days stranded on a rock in the Vrbas river, with sources indicating this reflects an increasing number of animal-rescue calls they respond to.
5 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsBanjaluka.net · Radiosarajevo.ba
Napeto21h ago
Policija u Kotor Varošu izvršila je kriminalističku obradu lica čiji su inicijali J.J. iz ovog mjesta zbog sumnje da je otvorenim plamenom izazvalo požar na
9 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsRadio-televizija Republike Srpske · Banjaluka.net
Napeto10h ago
The Serbian meteorological service forecasts three days of extreme heat with temperatures reaching 39 degrees Celsius, particularly on Thursday and Friday, followed by a dramatic weather change over the weekend bringing rain, storms and gale-force winds, with yellow, orange and red weather alerts issued due to extreme weather danger.
4 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsKurir · N1 Srbija
NapetoOmiš6h ago
Three fire victims from Omiš remain critically ill in intensive care, intubated and on mechanical ventilation, after undergoing surgical debridement procedures.
4 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsTelegram.hr · Index.hr
NapetoBosna i Hercegovina21h ago
Meteorologist Nedim Sladić forecast the heat wave peak for Friday, August 28, with temperatures from 36 to 42 degrees Celsius, particularly in central, eastern and northeastern Bosnia where they are likely to set the year's record highs. The Federal Hydrometeorological Institute predicts sunny weather through the weekend with potential light cooling and local rain on August 29-30, followed by warm and hot days in early September.
5 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsVečernji list BiH · Oslobođenje
Napeto6h ago
The Interior Ministry of Republika Srpska conducted an emergency medical transport by helicopter for a child with abdominal injuries from a health facility in Banja Luka to a specialized hospital in Belgrade.
3 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsRadio-televizija Republike Srpske · Banjaluka.net
Napeto23h ago
Fire broke out again on Trebević on 26 August in the afternoon, with the East Sarajevo territorial firefighting unit confirming teams were on the ground working to extinguish it. According to firefighters, new fires appeared several hundred meters from those recorded in previous days, and authorities lack information on whether the fire was deliberately set or wind reignited smoldering embers.
6 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsOslobođenje · Radiosarajevo.ba
Napeto16h ago
Federalni ministar raseljenih osoba i izbjeglica Nerin Dizdar posjetio je danas povratnika u naselju Vranići kod Kotor Varoša Saida Mehmedovića kojem su u podmetnutom požaru
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsnot processedVlada Federacije BiH · Federalna televizija
Napeto8h ago
POŽARI Posavski kanton Grad Orašje. Vatrogasna jedinica grada Orašje imala je četiri intervencije na gašenju požara i to: – na putu prema naselju Bok, gdje
1 sourceAccidents and natural hazardsFederalna uprava civilne zaštite
NapetoLokva Rogoznica7h ago
A fire that began on 13 August in Lokva Rogoznica near Omis burned a thousand hectares, killed one person, injured forty including seven seriously, and destroyed vehicles, houses, businesses, crops and electrical infrastructure; strong winds fueled the spread, and firefighters, naval units and residents evacuated residents and tourists before the fire was officially declared extinguished after twelve days.
3 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsN1 Hrvatska · Jutarnji list
Napeto10h ago
NAJMANJE 12 ljudi poginulo je u šumskim požarima u Alžiru, objavio je kasno sinoć alžirski ministar unutarnjih poslova Said Sajud. Petero ljudi poginulo je u
3 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsIndex.hr · Anadolija (Anadolu Agency, BS)
Napeto3h ago
The Federal Hydrometeorological Institute issued a red alert for the entire country due to peak heat-wave temperatures expected on Friday, 28 August, with forecasts of 34 to 40 degrees Celsius and public health advisories to limit outdoor exposure and increase fluid intake.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsKlix.ba · Dnevni avaz
Napeto5h ago
The weather service warns of strong southeasterly winds and high temperatures expected Friday through Saturday across the Deliblato Sands, conditions that could accelerate fire spread.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsDanas · N1 Srbija
Napeto6h ago
A fire broke out near Posušje on Wednesday 26 August and spread rapidly in high winds and dry conditions, threatening nearby houses and business facilities; firefighters received the alert at 13:45 and brought it under control around 17:30 with reinforcements from neighbouring units.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsRadiosarajevo.ba · Oslobođenje
PovišenoBosna i Hercegovina3h ago
A heat wave peaks on Friday, 28 August, with daily temperatures between 32 and 39 degrees Celsius and locally reaching 42 degrees, while Saharan dust concentrations are expected Friday and Saturday, reducing air quality and requiring particular caution for vulnerable populations.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsRadiosarajevo.ba · Tuzlanski.ba
Napeto9h ago
The Republic of Srpska's hydrometeorological service reports measurements from 18 stations across 16 rivers, with none exceeding flood defence thresholds; six rivers rising, four falling and eight stable.
1 sourceAccidents and natural hazardsRepublički hidrometeorološki zavod RS
Napeto22h ago
A fire broke out at the Serbian Railways building in Belgrade, reportedly possibly linked to air conditioning, and firefighters contained it using equipment including a crane due to heavy smoke between buildings.
3 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsN1 Srbija · Radio-televizija Republike Srpske
NapetoDunavo20h ago
Hungary's Paks nuclear plant has returned to full power generation after Danube water levels rose sufficiently to cool the facility, according to the Hungarian Prime Minister.
3 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsKurir · Radio-televizija Republike Srpske
PovišenoBosna i Hercegovina6h ago
Months of drought caused severe agricultural damage across Bosnia and Herzegovina and neighboring countries, with corn destroyed by up to 95 percent on some plots. Farmers warn that consequences will emerge through winter and spring via rising prices for staples like meat, bread and milk, with problems spreading across all agricultural sectors.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsN1 BiH · Zenit.ba
PovišenoBosna i Hercegovina6h ago
A fire that spread from Bosnia and Herzegovina to the Konavle hills is under control with reduced firefighter presence, though a western section still smolders and one team will remain on standby.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsJutarnji list · FENA (Federalna novinska agencija)
PovišenoSrbija5h ago
Public Investment Minister Darko Glišić attributed recent wildfires to protest-organizing circles, which opposition party SRCE called a false and irresponsible claim meant to deflect from state failures. Serbia experienced an ecological disaster at the Deliblatska Peščara protected site, where over 3,500 hectares burned, which SRCE attributes to the authorities' negligence rather than external causes.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsN1 Srbija · Danas
Povišeno7h ago
The fire on Trebević has flared up again in difficult terrain below a transmission tower, with firefighters, vehicles and around 100 forestry workers fighting it and adequate water supplies on hand.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsRadio-televizija Republike Srpske · SRNA (Novinska agencija Republike Srpske)
PovišenoĐenovići6h ago
Multiple wildfires are active across several municipalities in Montenegro and reported as under control, with civil protection services requesting aerial support for fires near Nikšić and Cetinje.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsVijesti · N1 Srbija
Napeto20h ago
A forest fire with multiple active fronts near Trebinje advances toward Bijela Gora mountain on difficult terrain, while another front near Orašje spreads toward Konjsko village. An armed forces helicopter assisted in firefighting efforts as teams prepare to continue operations on critical fire lines.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsRadio-televizija Republike Srpske · N1 BiH
Povišeno8h ago
An elderly man's body was found in the Sava river near Zabrežje village outside Obrenovac yesterday evening around 8 PM. There are no visible signs of violent death according to initial reports, and the body has been taken for autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsKurir · Nova.rs
PovišenoHrvatska11h ago
Forecasts predict an exceptionally hot period in Croatia with Friday temperatures approaching 40°C and warnings of heat wave risk from the national meteorological service. After the heat, Saturday onwards is expected to bring unstable weather with possible rain, showers and thunderstorms.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsN1 Hrvatska · Index.hr
Povišeno20h ago
Bosnia and Herzegovina recorded 200 fires this year burning over 40,000 hectares, making it the region's worst for burned area. Fire service experts cite lack of organized work, outdated laws, insufficient oversight, and inadequate numbers of professional firefighters as reasons for the poor response.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsN1 BiH · Banjaluka.net
Povišeno17h ago
A fire at the Lapoš landfill in Kula continues burning on the third day amid complaints about smoke, while local authorities have not responded to questions about the cause, air quality, or protective measures.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsN1 Srbija · Nova.rs
PovišenoOpćina Konavle20h ago
Fires have been active for ten days in southern Croatia after spreading from Bosnia and Herzegovina, with about 50 firefighters deployed daily and aerial water bombers assisting; difficult terrain, three months of drought and wind hamper efforts, while fire commanders report no official request from Bosnia and Herzegovina for Croatian air support.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsIndex.hr · Oslobođenje
Povišeno21h ago
The United States has declared a natural disaster in Puerto Rico due to severe drought affecting over a third of the island, prompting agricultural shutdowns and water rationing for more than 180,000 consumers, leading to emergency measures and National Guard deployment.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsN1 Srbija · Index.hr
PovišenoFilipini22h ago
Strong earthquakes struck different areas in 2026, prompting questions about increasing frequency, but statistics show that 26 earthquakes of magnitude 6.5 or higher recorded so far this year is somewhat below the average of 46 per year and below the average frequency of the past 40 years. Scientists explain that earthquake numbers are stable and the perception of increasing frequency stems from media coverage of recent destructive events and cognitive biases such as recency bias and the Baader-Meinhof phenomenon.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsN1 Hrvatska · Oslobođenje
PovišenoOvčar Banja23h ago
An older man's body was found in the Zapadna Morava near Ovčar Banja today. Police from Čačak and rescue firefighters recovered the body and notified the competent prosecutor's office, which will determine the circumstances.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsN1 Srbija · Nova.rs
PovišenoSavski Venac24h ago
A fire broke out in a building on Nemanjina Street on Savski Venac with visible flames and dense smoke, with fire brigades responding; unofficial reports suggest an air conditioning unit malfunction but without official confirmation.
2 sourcesAccidents and natural hazardsKurir · Nova.rs