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Serbia heat wave response

Entities: Serbia · Republic Hydrometeorological Institute of Serbia · Republic of Serbia · Dragan Glamočić · Elektromreža Srbije

Overview

In late July 2026 Serbian authorities again activated heat‑wave measures. Prime Minister Đuro Macut told citizens that the national power grid remained stable and that monitoring agencies – Elektroprivreda Srbije, Elektromreža Srbije and the relevant ministry – were reviewing the situation daily. He warned that the next twenty days were critical because a prolonged heat wave, extremely low river levels and a surge in electricity consumption threatened both Serbia and the wider region, and he urged people to turn off unused devices and use air‑conditioners prudently.

The Republic Hydrometeorological Institute issued a warning for 5‑8 August, forecasting nationwide highs of 35‑38 °C with local peaks of up to 40 °C and tropical‑night conditions in Vojvodina and Belgrade. Health officials highlighted heightened risks of heat‑stroke, dehydration and sunburn for children, the elderly, pregnant women and outdoor workers, and noted that the heat strained the electricity grid and increased fire danger.

Neighbouring Croatia declared a red meteorological alarm for several cities, while Bosnia and Herzegovina faced temperatures up to 43 °C, raising drought and agricultural concerns. Local authorities in Serbia, including the SSP party in Niš and the Ministry of Agriculture, set up cooling zones, extra water supplies and fire‑prevention measures. Companies such as Serbia Ziđin Koper continued to provide extra breaks, hydration stations and fruit for outdoor workers.

The combined heat, low water levels and rising electricity demand remain a serious challenge for Serbia and the region.

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.

[● 5 SOURCES] RHMZ warned of a heat wave in Serbia with maximum temperatures of 35‑38 °C and local peaks up to 40 °C. (RHMZ)
[● 3 SOURCES] Sustained high temperatures increase risk of heat‑stroke, sunburn and dehydration, especially for children, the elderly, chronic patients, pregnant women and outdoor workers. (RHMZ health advisory)
[● 3 SOURCES] Croatia issued a red meteorological alarm for Zagreb, Knin, Rijeka, Split and Dubrovnik, with temperatures forecast between 34 °C and 39 °C. (Croatian State Hydrometeorological Service (DHMZ))
[● 2 SOURCES] Tropical night conditions are forecast for Vojvodina and Belgrade during the heat wave. (RHMZ)
[● 2 SOURCES] The heat wave places additional strain on Serbia's electricity system due to increased cooling demand. (RHMZ)
[○ 1 SOURCE] The heat wave raises water‑supply demand across Serbia. (RHMZ)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Bosnia and Herzegovina is experiencing a heat wave with temperatures up to 43 °C, raising concerns about drought and agricultural damage. (Bosnian media report)

Timeline

1 day ago

[HEALTH] 21 sources
Serbia endures extreme heat wave with temperatures up to 40 °C
Serbia faces a heat wave with temps up to 40 °C (peak 5‑8 Aug), health risks, power and water strain; Croatia and Bosnia also see extreme heat and fire‑drought warnings.
2 days ago

[POLITICS] 11 sources
Serbian Prime Minister Đuro Macut urges rational electricity use amid heat wave
PM Đuro Macut says Serbia’s power grid is stable, urges citizens to conserve electricity during a heat wave and low water levels, and promises government action to avoid impacts.

Sources

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