Albania: EU is sending support in response to floods

The European Union is supporting Albania in the response to the recent floods which forced the evacuation of hundreds of people. Austria and Slovakia are sending material support via the EU Civil Protection Mechanism: blankets, beds, tents, generators and winter clothing. The aid from the EU, coordinated by the Commission's Emergency Response Coordination Centre (ERCC), is on its way to where it is most needed in Albania. The ERCC is closely monitoring the flood situation in the Balkans. In case further assistance is needed, it remains in contact with the Albanian authorities and the members of the Civil Protection Mechanism.(ANSAmed).