Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic on Sunday visited Pozega to discuss with local officials the removal of damage caused by torrential rain and hail in that Slavonian city in June and July, after which he attended a local folklore festival.

“The government has backed right away all counties and cities affected by bad weather, securing funds for the removal of damage,” Plenkovic said ahead of talks with local officials, adding that the talks would also focus on economic development.

The government has allocated 20 million kuna (€2.66 million) for the removal of damage caused by bad weather in the area of Pozega. According to preliminary data, torrential rain and hail that hit the area at the end of June and in July have caused damage to family houses, crops and commercial facilities in the amount of 70 million kuna (€9.33 million).

Accompanying Plenkovic on his visit were Defence Minister, Mario Banozic, and Regional Development and EU Funds Minister Natasa Tramisak.