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Gazeta Shqiptare

E premte 6 gusht 1993

Albania, very hot and without water

In Tirana, a fault worsens the situation The meteorologist’s view DËMONTI VESIA TIRANË — In the last two days the whole country has been hit by a strong heat wave. In many cities the temperature has reached as high as 39 degrees. This high temperature has also caused shortages of drinking water, especially in Tirana, where a fault in the Regason network has worsened the situation. According to meteorology specialists, the high temperatures will continue for a few more days. In some mountainous areas a slight drop in temperature has been observed during the night, but during the day the weather remains scorching. Citizens have been advised to avoid going out at midday and to conserve drinking water. In several neighborhoods of Tirana, water supply has been interrupted for a few hours. The authorities are trying to repair the fault and stabilize the situation.
Dëmonti Vesia Shqipëri Tiranë

Tea the agreement on healthcare

Minister Garavaglia arrives tomorrow SHKODËR — The upcoming agreement between the Ministry of Health and the Italian side will also include aid for Albanian hospitals. The news has been made known by official sources, while the arrival of Minister Garavaglia is expected. The agreement aims to ease the difficult situation of the health service and to provide equipment and medicines. The visit is expected to be accompanied by meetings with local and central authorities.
Garavaglia Shkodër

The temperatures

TIRANË — More than a few words have been put together in this column. The thermometer has recorded increases in several cities of the country. In Tirana a high temperature has been reported, while in some northern areas there have been light showers. The forecast for the coming days remains one of strong heat.
Tiranë

In Fushë-Krujë, a quarrel over water: kills his brother and injures four nephews

TIRANË — (Ca) — At the appointed time in the morning, the 29-year-old L... [?] told a cousin that he was going to fetch water. After a few minutes, the dispute over water turned into an armed clash. According to the police, one person was killed and four others were injured. The incident took place in the Fushë-Krujë area and is linked to the lack of water in the village. The police are investigating the full circumstances of the crime.
Fushë-Krujë Tiranë