As Czech meteorologists warned, powerful summer storms hit some parts
of the Czech Republic on Tuesday. Strong winds have caused serious
damage in the south Moravian region surrounding Zlin. Firefighters are
dealing with uprooted trees and downed electrical lines. Trees have
blocked roads and damaged parked vehicles. Heavy rain in the region has
also flooded many cellars, said a spokesman from the local fire
department. Storms are expected to strike again in several Moravian
regions, bringing heavy rains, winds, and hail.
Subject to similar drastic weather conditions, the chateau of Pohanska
near Breclav, has been damaged by a hailstorm. The daily Pravo writes
that the chateau looks as though it was the victim of a military firing
squad. There is extensive damage to chateau Pohanska's façade, and
eight windows were broken as a result of the storm.