Balkan heatwave triggers red weather warnings in Bosnia and Croatia FAST-MOVING

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A severe heatwave is impacting the Balkan region, with extreme temperatures and Saharan dust causing significant weather concerns. The Federal Hydrometeorological Institute (FHMZ) has issued a red weather warning for all of Bosnia and Herzegovina for August 28, specifically between 11:00 and 17:00, as temperatures are expected to reach between 34 and 40 degrees Celsius. Authorities have warned of potential infrastructure failures and advised citizens to take precautions, particularly the elderly, children, and those with chronic illnesses.

In Croatia, the heatwave remains intense. A red weather warning has been issued for the Dubrovnik region, and orange warnings are in place for several other regions, including Split. Meteorologists anticipate a shift in weather patterns toward the weekend, with potential thunderstorms and local storms expected on the northern Adriatic and parts of the interior.

In Serbia, temperatures are also rising, with forecasts indicating values above 35 degrees Celsius. The Republic Hydrometeorological Institute (RHMZ) has warned of an increased risk of open fires due to high temperatures, lack of rain, and strong winds. Meteorologist Nedim Sladić noted that the arrival of Saharan dust in the upper atmosphere is contributing to the desert-like conditions across the region.

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Bosnia and Herzegovina · Croatia · Državni hidrometeorološki zavod · Federalni hidrometeorološki zavod · Nedim Sladić · Serbia

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[○ 1 SOURCE] A red weather warning has been issued for the Dubrovnik region in Croatia. www.dubrovniknet.hr
[● 3 SOURCES] Temperatures in most parts of Serbia will rise above 35 degrees Celsius on Monday. bebac.com · lat.sputnikportal.rs
[○ 1 SOURCE] Temperatures in much of Bosnia and Herzegovina are expected to range between 36 and 42 degrees Celsius. novi.ba
[● 6 SOURCES] The Federal Hydrometeorological Institute (FHMZ) issued a red weather warning for all of Bosnia and Herzegovina for August 28 due to extreme heat. bosnainfo.ba · novi.ba · sarajevski.ba · face.ba · krajiski.ba · +1 more
[● 3 SOURCES] Extreme heat may cause infrastructure failures. bosnainfo.ba · face.ba · krajiski.ba
[● 3 SOURCES] Meteorologist Nedim Sladić reported that Saharan dust is arriving in increasing quantities in the upper atmosphere. www.bl-portal.com · www.times.ba
[● 2 SOURCES] The risk of starting and spreading open fires is significantly increased due to high temperatures and lack of rain. www.prijedordanas.com · lat.sputnikportal.rs
[● 3 SOURCES] Temperatures in most parts of Bosnia and Herzegovina are expected to range between 34 and 40 degrees Celsius. krajiski.ba · sarajevski.ba · face.ba
[● 3 SOURCES] The red weather warning in Bosnia and Herzegovina is active on Friday, August 28, between 11:00 and 17:00. krajiski.ba · sarajevski.ba · face.ba