For several days now, the underpass at the exit of the highway in the village of Mazgit has remained flooded and is almost impassable due to standing water.
Despite being one of the most frequently used access points by citizens, the water is still present and no intervention to remove it has been observed.
The water level has slightly receded on another main road that connects several municipalities with the capital. A section of the Prishtina–Ferizaj main road remained closed throughout Sunday, although this did not deter some drivers.
Meanwhile, off camera, several citizens who were forced to reach the capital via alternative routes said that institutions should react more quickly to such situations.
According to Lulzim Fushtica, Director for Security and Emergencies in Prishtina, the situation within the capital itself is under control, reports RTVDukagjini.
“All roads are passable; no road is closed. The only issue we have is the need for better coordination with the Ministry of Infrastructure, because roads that fall under the ministry’s responsibility and pass through the territory of the Municipality of Prishtina are not well maintained. As a result, they create problems, and the cost ends up being borne by the capital,” Fushtica emphasized.
The Association of Kosovo Municipalities stated that municipalities acted in a timely manner to clear all roads following snowfall and rainfall.
“I want to clearly emphasize that municipalities are responsible for the maintenance and cleaning of local roads, while regional roads, main roads and highways fall under the responsibility of the central level. Despite difficult weather conditions, municipalities reacted on time. Municipal teams have been in the field since the early hours, managing to clear local roads and make them passable for citizens. This has often been done with limited financial and technical resources, but with maximum dedication from municipal staff. Municipalities have once again proven that they are closer to citizens and respond quickly in emergency situations, ensuring traffic flow and safety on local roads,” said Sazan Ibrahimi.
In the morning hours, there were also difficulties on the road leading to “Adem Jashari” International Airport, due to snowfall and low temperatures.
