Tuesday, 8 September 2026

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Calm sunset on the Dalmatian coast
Life

World-renowned DJ Armin van Buuren spends holiday in Croatia

The Dutch musician visited Dalmatia, spending his time reading, swimming, and listening to jazz music.

Paško the horse in the Advent atmosphere
Gornji Dolac

Paško from Gornji Dolac sparks an Advent story

The horse from the Lučić family arrived in the abandoned village of Gornji Dolac in 2014, devoid of infrastructure, and is now the central figure in one of Dalmatia’s most renowned Advent narratives.

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.

Aircraft fighting a wildfire
Wildfires

Croatian army and air force battle major wildfires in Dalmatia

Croatian Air Force deploys over ten aircraft to tackle blazes near Omiš, Pelješac, Trolokve and Zadar, with assistance from Slovenian firefighters.

Stormy waves on the coast
Strong winds

DHMO issues yellow alert for strong winds in northern Dalmatia

The alert is valid throughout the day on 13 August, with residents urged to exercise caution due to sudden weather changes.

View of the partial solar eclipse above the coast
Solar eclipse

Partial solar eclipse visible across Croatia

The phenomenon could be observed in numerous towns and municipalities from Istria to Dalmatia, including Zagreb, Split and the islands.

Thermometer on a building with high temperature
Drop in temperature

Temperatures drop by 10 degrees after record heat in Dalmatia

Yr.no and DHMZ confirm sharp cooling following temperatures close to 40 degrees.

Source of the Jadro river with waste
Croatia

Split resident calls Mačkovac tunnel waste 'terrorism'

The site above the source of the Jadro river has long served as an illegal dump, prompting sharp criticism from walkers.

Sunny Dalmatian coast
Heatwave

Heat in Dalmatia persists, forecasts diverge on summer's end

Norwegian and American models predict extreme temperatures will continue until mid-August, while folk beliefs promise relief after the Feast of the Assumption.

Cover of Pava Pavličić's book
Culture

Pavličić publishes book on Croatian insults

Academic Pavao Pavličić in 'Lađa od vode' explores the humour and origins of the most common Croatian swearwords.

Thermometer showing high temperatures
Extreme temperatures

Red alert from DHMZ: Heat in Croatia reaches 40 degrees

The Croatian Meteorological and Hydrological Service (DHMZ) has issued a red alert for the entire country on Thursday due to extreme temperatures that will approach 40 degrees Celsius in some areas.

Firefighting canadairs in action extinguishing the fire
Croatia

Fire at Labin Dalmatić landfill: two aircraft in action

Firefighters from the Trogir and Kaštela areas, along with two aircraft, are battling a fire at the Adriatic-Bižnina landfill that broke out shortly before 6pm.

Thermometer showing high temperatures
Extreme heat

Extreme heat sweeps across Europe, 15 countries on red alert

Meteorologists warn of record temperatures and breathing difficulties, with Croatia expecting readings above 40 degrees.

Vacant positions in healthcare
Health Staff

50 nursing places remain unfilled in Dalmatia

Two entire classes remain empty for the 2026/2027 academic year, highlighting deep-seated staffing challenges.

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