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Young men steal van and cause fire on Pašman
Two 19-year-olds stole a vehicle and crashed into a lighting column on Pašman, triggering a fire that damaged part of the vegetation.

Croatian Met Office issues yellow alert for gale-force winds on the Velebit Channel
The alert is in effect from midnight until 09:00, covering the Velebit Channel area.

Sailor strikes jar on Ždrelac bridge
Incident occurred on 15 August in the afternoon when a vessel exceeded the height clearance of the passage.

DVD Vrboce receives equipment, Kristian wed
The fire brigade has received new high-angle rescue equipment, while a member tied the knot.

Konakovic rejects new electoral unit for Croatian member of the Presidency
The foreign minister of Bosnia and Herzegovina strongly criticises the resolution by the Croatian Sabor, while reiterating that a new electoral unit is not an option.

Zlatar: Basic school upgrade begins
A major renovation project is set to begin at the Ante Kvačić Primary School, involving a significant structural expansion.

Cold front brings storms, weather alert issued for most of Croatia
Following a prolonged period of heat, a change in weather brings frequent showers, thunderstorms, and strong winds, with a weather alert in place for much of the country.

Driver hits parked car in Kutina
A young driver, under the influence of alcohol, caused a collision with a parked vehicle in the town centre, with no injuries reported.

MetAlert warns of unstable weather with showers
A front passes over the Adriatic tonight, with heat and occasional showers expected in the new week.

Police sanction driver for dangerous offences
A driver from Orahovi was sanctioned following a traffic stop, which included the transportation of a child without appropriate restraint.

Croatian soldiers demonstrate capabilities of firefighting aircraft
The military presented the specific features of the firefighting aircraft to the public, highlighting the speed of tank filling and the flexibility of the water release system.

Weather change: Rain and thunderstorms hit north-west Croatia
Following a sunny Sunday, DHMZ forecasts an abrupt change in weather. Pluvial showers with thunder are expected in the central part of the country, while the rest of Croatia will see sunny conditions.

Firefighters on standby at Dinaric fire, situation stable
Following a night without new outbursts, firefighters continue restoration work, with the situation in the Dinaric area under control.

State Prosecutor: We are looking for the missing Dragan, steps taken
The State Prosecutor's Office has ordered an autopsy and DNA analysis, while police are searching for the missing Dragan following a large fire near Omiš.

Military deployed to tackle fires in Dalmatia
Croatian Army ground forces join firefighting efforts for the first time this season, with air and naval support provided daily.

Fires on the Dalmatian coast: one person dead, 43 injured
A fire near Omiš has claimed one life, with 43 people injured, including three firefighters. Around 2,500 people have been evacuated, while a separate blaze on Dugi Otok has been brought under control.

Corfu firefighter rescues turtle from Pelješac fire
Firefighters from Korčula are battling a large forest fire on the Pelješac peninsula, with images emerging of human compassion in the face of disaster.

Total solar eclipse hits Croatia
Moon's shadow passed over the sea, with planets visible in the sky.