CEZ reports extensive flood damage

The energy giant CEZ has reported flood-damage to the tune of 19 million crowns in the flood-stricken areas. A spokesman for the company said emergency repairs were underway to restore power to all its clients as soon as possible. In some towns CEZ has set up emergency power generators which are essential for the clean-up operation. Damage to power lines is reported to be extensive due to a combination of flooding, strong wind and landslides.