Prague’s emergency response saves Irish runner after 47-minute cardiac arrest
Thanks to Prague’s advanced emergency system and ECMO treatment, an Irish marathoner survived nearly 47 minutes without a heartbeat.
Czechia and EU boost crisis preparedness amid rising security concerns
On Wednesday, Brussels called for EU citizens to stockpile a 72-hour emergency kit to face future crises as part of its Preparedness Union Strategy.
Prague metro service halted after blind woman and guide dog fall onto tracks
Metro service was stopped this morning on line B as officials rescued a young visually impaired commuter and her dog.
Prague firefighters commemorate 170 years with a parade
The firefighters were recruited from street cleaners, and used to do both duties for the first 13 years.
Major incident leaves tens of thousands without water in Prague
A major fault in water supply lines left people without drinking water in large areas of Prague 5 and 13.
LISTEN: Do you know the 3 emergency siren sounds you'll hear in Czechia?
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The usual siren test won’t take place today to avoid alarm; but here are the siren sounds you should be aware of.
Czech morning news roundup: Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Explosion in Zlín sees major emergency service operation, Prague to be represented at COP26 climate summit, Toyota starts Czech Yaris production.
Czech morning news roundup: Thursday, November 4, 2021
Czech Republic among Europe's worst for new car emissions, IKEA to raise prices due to supply chain problems, Czech swimmer breaks breaststroke record.
COVID-19 home diagnosis: This medical service leaflet explains the basics
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Need to know about the disease? Frequently asked questions are answered here in one place, freeing up emergency phone lines.
