EU mobilises assistance for Czechia and Poland flood relief

Following severe flooding across Central and Eastern Europe, the EU has mobilised assistance through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism at the request of Czechia and Poland.

In Czechia, several EU member states have stepped in to provide crucial support. Slovenia, Belgium, Croatia and Germany have sent hundreds of dehumidifiers, essential for drying water-damaged buildings and aiding recovery efforts. Meanwhile, Poland's request for water treatment items has been met by Sweden, which will supply hundreds of bottles of chloramine via the Mechanism.

Commissioner for Crisis Management, Janez Lenarčič, stated: "I thank the Member States for their swift response. This collective effort highlights the EU's unwavering commitment to solidarity and cooperation in times of crisis, ensuring relief for those whose lives have been impacted by these devastating floods."

Additionally, the Copernicus Emergency Management Service is providing satellite imagery to support emergency operations in the affected countries. The EU Emergency Response Coordination Centre (ERCC) continues to closely monitor the situation, ready to provide further assistance as needed.

Furthermore, President von der Leyen yesterday announced that €10 billion could be mobilised from the cohesion funds for the countries that are affected by the severe floods.