Sunday, 25 October 2026

Croatia

Relaxed view of the sea
Crime

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.

Stormy sea along the coast
Croatian Met Office

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.

View of the bridge and sea from the air
Maritime accident

Sailor strikes jar on Ždrelac bridge

Incident occurred on 15 August in the afternoon when a vessel exceeded the height clearance of the passage.

Firefighters with equipment
Croatia

DVD Vrboce receives equipment, Kristian wed

The fire brigade has received new high-angle rescue equipment, while a member tied the knot.

Konaković at a press conference
Electoral system

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.

Symbol of upgrade and restoration
Education

Zlatar: Basic school upgrade begins

A major renovation project is set to begin at the Ante Kvačić Primary School, involving a significant structural expansion.

Storm over the coast
Weather alert

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.

Close-up view of a damaged traffic sign
Road traffic incident

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.

Warning of unstable weather with showers
Weather forecast

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 traffic control
Traffic

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.

View of the interior of a firefighting aircraft
Firefighting aviation

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.

Dark clouds over the Croatian hinterland
Weather change

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 extinguish a wildfire
Dinaric region

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.

Smoke rises above the wooded landscape
Fire

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.

Soldiers in uniform assist in firefighting efforts
Military

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.

Firefighters extinguish a forest fire
Fires

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.

Firefighter rescues turtle
Forest fire

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.

Dramatic solar eclipse over the Croatian sea
Croatia

Total solar eclipse hits Croatia

Moon's shadow passed over the sea, with planets visible in the sky.