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Following the July‑31 and August‑1 2024 alerts, In late July 2026 Serbian authorities repeated similar measures in 2026. again activated heat‑wave measures. Prime Minister Đuro Macut again told citizens that the national power grid remained stable but 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 rising electricity demand posed a serious challenge for surge in electricity consumption threatened both Serbia and the region. He emphasized the next twenty days as critical wider region, and he urged rational electricity use, such as turning people to turn off unused devices and moderating air‑conditioner operation. use air‑conditioners prudently. The Republic Hydrometeorological Institute issued a heat‑wave warning for 5‑8 August, forecasting nationwide highs of 35‑38 °C and with local peaks of up to 40 °C. °C and tropical‑night conditions in Vojvodina and Belgrade. Health officials highlighted heightened risks of heat‑stroke, dehydration and sunburn, especially sunburn for vulnerable groups, and advised staying indoors between 10:00‑17:00, staying hydrated children, the elderly, pregnant women and avoiding strenuous outdoor work. Companies, 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, provided Koper continued to provide extra breaks, hydration stations and fruit for outdoor workers. The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management reiterated calls to prevent forest fires by avoiding open flames and reporting incidents promptly. Similar heat‑wave conditions were noted in neighboring Bosnia and Herzegovina, with temperatures projected up to 43 °C combined heat, low water levels and heightened drought risk rising electricity demand remain a serious challenge for crops. Serbia and the region.