PHOTO/ The Bunec hydroelectric dam in Lukovë breaks: Risk of flooding!

2025-01-16 14:06:22Aktualitet SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
PHOTO/ The Bunec hydroelectric dam in Lukovë breaks: Risk of flooding!
Lukovo-Bunec 

The dam that supplies water to the Sasaj hydroelectric power plant has burst. The incident occurred today at noon. The Sasaj hydroelectric power plant is supplied with water from the source of the Kalasë River.

Currently, the national road, Lukovë-Bunec, is only used by heavy vehicles. The causes of the canal rupture are still unclear.

The canal's water supply has been interrupted by the dam at the source of the Kalasë River.

Water has entered 2 bar and restaurant businesses in Bunec, while 10 other businesses have also suffered damage from the flooding.

Police announcement:

Today, at around 12:38, in Bunec, Lukovë, it is suspected that the hydroelectric dam has broken, creating a risk of flooding. 

Police and civil emergency services are at the scene, working to ensure the evacuation of any person who may be in danger.  

So far, only material damage has been caused, while the situation is being closely monitored to avoid further consequences.

Police invite citizens to avoid movement in the endangered area and to immediately report any emergency.



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