High risk of flooding in these two cities, IGJEUM warns: High intensity rain tomorrow

2023-08-28 17:11:38Aktualitet SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
High risk of flooding in these two cities, IGJEUM warns: High intensity rain
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The next day is expected to rain heavily, bringing the risk of flooding in some Albanian cities.

The Institute of Geosciences warns of flooding in several cities such as Lezha, Shkodra, Durres, Tirana, Vlora and Fieri. According to the forecast, Tirana and Fieri will have the highest rainfall intensity.

FLOOD RISK FORECAST

During the next day (Tuesday, the 29th) it is expected to rain with high intensity, which will be more concentrated in the north and south of the territory. In the districts of Shkodër, Lezhë, Durrës, Tirana, Fier and Vlorë there may be rapid floods of small mountain rivers and landslides. In urban areas, localized flooding problems may occur in these counties, depending on the condition of the sewers.

WEATHER FORECAST

PRECIPITATION

This afternoon (Monday, the 28th), light rain is expected in Shkodra region. Tomorrow (Tuesday, the 29th) intense rainfall is expected in Shkodër, Lezhë, Durrës, Tirana, Fier and Vlorë districts, while average in most other districts of the country. Precipitation will also be accompanied by thunderstorms in almost all counties (as shown in the table, respectively for each county).

temperatures

Tomorrow (Tuesday, the 29th) the minimum and maximum air temperatures are expected to reach:

on the coast: 20 / 26 °C

in low countries: 20 / 28 °C

in mountainous countries: 16 / 25 °C

wind

This afternoon (Monday, the 28th) and tomorrow (Tuesday, the 29th) the wind is expected to be moderate to strong, especially on the coast.

FOREST FIRES            

This afternoon (Monday, the 28th), the danger level is expected to be "HIGH" in Tirana and Fier districts, while in the other districts, the danger level is "MODERATE". Tomorrow (Tuesday, the 29th) the risk level "MODERATE" is expected in the districts of Berat, Fier, Gjirokastër, Korce and Kukës. In other counties "NO DANGER" (as shown in the table, respectively for each county).


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