FLASH
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Today's torrential rains across the country, and mainly in the southern part of the country, have caused rivers to swell and overflow, constantly threatening massive flooding and natural disaster.
The situation in the Vlora area is critical due to the Vjosa River, which has reached its maximum point in the "Mifoli Bridge" area and has even overflowed its banks in some places.
Significant areas have been flooded and the lives of residents are being threatened. Emergency authorities have carried out the immediate evacuation of residents. At least 20 families are reported to have been evacuated so far and the action is in progress.
Meanwhile, the civil emergencies of the municipality of Vlora, police officers are in the area. The water level at the Mifoli bridge is rising. Meanwhile, authorities are working to strengthen the embankment to prevent the embankment from breaking.
The Mayor of Vlora, Brunilda Mersini, stated that the flows are at their highest point and that the next few hours will be crucial.
"The situation is currently at a critical point because the flows are at a level of 8.6 meters. In the coming hours we expect a decrease in the amount of water, given that the southern part that brings these flows has stabilized and this will be reflected in the 12-hour timeframe," said Mersini.
She added that other families in the danger zone have been identified, who may be evacuated if the water level rises further.
"In a risk zone, we have 6 families who, if this point of 8.6 meters is exceeded, will be evacuated. So far, there are 13 families that have been willing to leave the endangered area ," said the mayor.
On the other hand, the director of the Vlora District Police, Elidon Çela, said that all structures are on standby for any necessary intervention.
"The police structures are all on standby. We have made all high-traffic vehicles available and, in case of need for evacuation, the police and civil emergencies will intervene wherever necessary," Çela declared.
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