Recent heavy rains across Albania have led to significant flooding, landslides, and high river levels, causing major disruptions in multiple regions. The Ministry of Defense has reported that the most affected areas include Durrës, Lezhë, Gjirokastër, Vlorë, Berat, Dibër, and Korçë, where emergency interventions are underway to restore road access, repair bridges, reinforce embankments, and evacuate affected residents.
Civil protection structures, local authorities, and the Armed Forces have been working tirelessly to ensure safety, clear blocked roads, and assist communities in need. Evacuations and temporary protective barriers have been established in high-risk areas, while water levels in rivers such as Vjosa, Osum, Seman, and Kalasë are being closely monitored.
Durrës County
In Sukth, heavy machinery is clearing blocked water channels, while in Ishëm, teams are working to reopen roads blocked by landslides. Efforts in Bubq, Mazhë, and Mallkuç focus on restoring flooded areas and supporting residents. In Thumanë, authorities are cleaning main canals and reinforcing embankments to prevent further flooding.
Lezhë County
In Shënkoll, the Vaini embankment crack is being urgently repaired with heavy equipment and boats deployed by the Armed Forces to prevent floods in Bregu i Matës. Shëngjin saw a coordinated effort using 10 military personnel, 3 vehicles, 3 water pumps, and 11 municipal workers to remove water from homes, hotels, and public spaces. Road clearing and bridge repairs continue in Kurbin and Mirditë, with emergency teams assisting residents threatened by landslides.
Kukës County
Contractors are clearing rocks and debris from national roads to maintain traffic flow. In Ujmisht and Zapod, blocked roads are being reopened, while in Has, damaged bridges are under assessment.
Shkodër County
In Shalë, the Theth–Ndërlysaj road segment has reopened, while work continues on the Ndërlysaj–Breg-Lumi section, which remains affected by landslides.
Gjirokastër County
Authorities are clearing the Suhë–Poliçan route after road collapse in Libohovë. In Dropull, emergency teams manage water flow and restore electricity, while in Memaliaj, repairs continue on the Allkomemaj–Tepelenë road. Water levels in some areas of Gjirokastër are actively monitored.
Vlorë County
Evacuations continue for families affected by the Kalasë river overflow, while roads connecting villages are being cleared. In Finiq, emergency teams remove water and support displaced families. Selenicë sees landslide clearance on the Brataj–Kuç axis, and in Sarandë, water is removed from flooded homes while families receive assistance. River levels of Vjosa are continuously monitored.
Fier County
The Seman river near Lushnjë is being monitored for agricultural flooding, though homes are currently safe. Local authorities ensure roads, electricity, and water supply remain operational.
Elbasan County
Debris clearing operations continue on Elbasan–Peqin and Elbasan–Librazhd roads. In Gramsh, authorities prevent the Kerpicë river from overflowing.
Berat County
Protective barriers are installed in Berat, while roads are cleared due to Osum river overflows affecting hundreds of hectares. Interventions also continue in Poliçan and Dimal to assist affected families. The Berat–Poliçan axis is being cleared of rocks and debris.
Korçë County
In Devoll and Miras, damaged bridges are being repaired. The Denas–Lekas road is monitored due to water presence, while Vithkuq and Bulgarec see protection measures near at-risk homes. Maliq and Kolonjë focus on repairing landslide damage, and the Rotë reservoir is closely monitored as water levels rise.
Dibër County
Clearing operations are ongoing in Dibër and Klos for rivers that have overflowed, protecting vulnerable homes. In Mat, over 40 personnel with specialized equipment are reopening damaged roads, evacuating families, and managing floods in schools and residences. Rural roads in Dërjan, Rukaj, Macukull, and Lis are being restored.
Continuous Monitoring and Preparedness
The Ministry of Defense and the National Agency for Civil Protection remain on constant alert, prepared for immediate intervention if the situation worsens. Citizens are urged to follow safety guidelines and stay informed through official updates.