Czech rescuers to tourists: Don't climb mountains in sweatpants and trainers
This weekend 10 rescuers, four snow scooters, an ATV, and a four-wheeler where deployed to Czechia's tallest peak to rescue poorly dressed hikers.
Gas leak in the center of Prague leads to evacuation of buildings
On Thursday evening, around 150 residents were evacuated from their buildings with neighboring streets temporarily shut down.
Strong storms and relentless rain cause mass disruption across Czechia
Sunday night saw heavy thunderstorms and flash floods in many areas, leading to almost 900 reported incidents requiring emergency services.
How crisis-ready is Czechia? A new report highlights shortcomings
A report says Czechia lacks sufficient protective gear and has old systems, but the Interior Ministry says the information is outdated.
Damage in Prague apartment blaze estimated at CZK 100 million
The fire brigade extinguished an apartment fire in Chodov, more than 30 people people were evacuated.
Major incident leaves tens of thousands without water in Prague
A major fault in water supply lines left people without drinking water in large areas of Prague 5 and 13.
LISTEN: Do you know the 3 emergency siren sounds you'll hear in Czechia?
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The usual siren test won’t take place today to avoid alarm; but here are the siren sounds you should be aware of.
Czech Finance Ministry pushes back income tax deadline in wake of coronavirus epidemic
The deadline for filing Czech income taxes has been extended to July 1, and the Czech Banking Association approved loan payment measures
Prague sees drop in emergency service calls, but twice as many for scooter accidents
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The number of injuries in Prague related to electric scooters doubled in July and August
Prague’s animal rescue station will be completely modernized
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Prague is preparing to completely rebuild its wild animal rescue station
Video: Brno tram and pedestrian accident draws attention to inattention while walking
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An accident puts the spotlight on using phones while crossing
Germany is stockpiling millions of iodine tablets in case of a Czech nuclear accident
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Germany has ordered 190 million tablets due to renewed safety concerns
Prague plans to put motion sensors on street lights to cut down on wasted energy
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Prague plans on saving money by modernizing street lights with motion sensors
Euthanasia Could Become Legal in the Czech Republic
Inspired by Belgium, Czech MPs have submitted a proposal to legalize physician-assisted suicide
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