Water levels drop in flood-affected areas in Shkodër

TIRANA, January 14 – The Municipality of Shkodër reported that overnight and early morning monitoring shows an improved hydrological situation. Water levels have dropped in affected areas compared with yesterday.
In Obot, officials noted a decline in water levels. The road connecting Obot to the main route has about 90 centimetres of water, down from 100 centimetres the previous day. Authorities continue to monitor the road closely.
Municipal vehicles and support structures remain in Obot. Officials are ready to ensure access and provide assistance to residents. Boats are also present to support transport and emergency interventions if needed.
The municipality said some houses in Obot have water in their yards. Officials reported no water inside homes so far.
In the Dajç administrative unit, in the Urrelat–Shirq area, water levels dropped by about 10 centimetres compared with yesterday. Water remains in the agricultural drainage channels but has not reached houses.
The municipality said flooded agricultural land covers 80 hectares in Dajç, 10 hectares in Velipoja, 530 hectares in Ana e Malit, and 50 hectares in Bërdica.
Shkodër officials reported that the total flooded area is 760 hectares.
The situation is stable and improving. Field monitoring continues without interruption by the responsible authorities.
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