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🌧️ Storms incoming—stay alert!
Severe storms are set to hit Czechia Monday afternoon and evening, especially in Moravia, Silesia, and southeastern Bohemia. Expect heavy rain, strong winds (up to 90 km/h), and hail up to 3 cm. Localized flash floods are likely. Stay safe and informed—download the FFI app to track flood risks in real time. Pack an umbrella, plan ahead, and take care out there.
🌌 Look up tonight for the Northern lights
Heads up, sky watchers! A rare G4 geomagnetic storm is lighting up the skies, and the northern lights may be visible from Czechia and Slovakia tonight, June 2. If you're hoping to catch a glimpse, find a dark spot with a clear view to the north, far from city lights. Cloudy weather may get in the way, but breaks in the clouds could offer a window. To boost your chances, download an aurora tracking app and follow real-time updates.
🎲Celebrate a Czech board game turning 10
While storms and clouds are crashing Czech skies this week, why not stay dry and dive into a Czech classic? Codenames, the globally loved wordplay game from Prague’s own Czech Games Edition, is celebrating 10 years and 16 million copies sold. We've put together a list of board game cafes in Prague as well as shops where you can stock up on this and other Czech classic games while you ride out the storm.
🗓️Note Labor Code changes & tax deadline
As of June 1, major changes to Czechia’s Labor Code include longer probationary periods, flexible shift scheduling, and salary options in foreign currency. Employees can now set hours with employer approval. Self-employed individuals must submit tax details to their health insurer and Social Security within a month of filing—those who filed in early May have until June 2. Read more here.
🎶Catch buskers on your Friday commute
Get ready for Prague to come alive with music. The Prague Lives Music street festival kicks off this week, filling over 20 city spots—from Wenceslas Square to Žižkov and Letná—with live performances by musicians of all kinds, from jazz and rap to funk and indie. It’s free, family-friendly, and full of surprises. Look for the hats, drop a coin, and soak in the street vibes! Starts Friday, June 6.
