The President of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, visited Gjakova following the recent floods, expressing solidarity with citizens and commending institutional efforts in managing the situation.
“Today we were here together with our team to express solidarity with all the citizens of Gjakova and with the Municipality of Gjakova due to the damages caused by yesterday’s floods. Fortunately, the floods have more or less subsided, and we hope that there will be no further damage,” President Osmani stated.
She added that several families have been affected and emphasized that institutions will stand by them.
“Of course, there are families affected by this situation whose homes have been damaged. We will work together to overcome this and remain close to them as they cope with the situation. Mayor Gjini informed us about all the measures that have been taken, as well as the plans that will be developed regarding the calculation and compensation of damages, along with other related issues,” Osmani said.
Meanwhile, the Mayor of Gjakova, Ardian Gjini, described the President’s visit as significant and announced that the situation is stabilizing.
“It is an important visit. We have gone through two to three very difficult days, but today it is true that the water levels have dropped, and there are no indications of further increases or worsening of the situation in the coming days. It appears that the situation will improve,” Gjini said.
He also confirmed that evacuations took place during the floods.
“Yes, we had several evacuations. We accommodated affected citizens in our social housing facilities, while some family members took their relatives into their homes. Until today, we have ensured food supplies and, in some cases, clothing as well,” he stated.
Gjini added that municipal teams are actively working on damage repairs and cleaning affected areas.
“We are repairing damages where possible and clearing roads from collapses, flood debris, and unfortunately waste that has caused significant damage,” he said.
According to the mayor, the official process of damage assessment will begin tomorrow.
