CSS-Ebla staff is commissioned by UNESCO to assess the damages caused by the floods that hit Croatia, Bosnia Herzegovina and Serbia in May of 2014.
Context
In May 2014 heavy rains fell over Serbia resulting in a rapid and substantial increase of water levels in the main rivers in the western, south-western, central and eastern parts of the country that causing flooding and landslides. Urban and rural areas were completely covered with water, cut off and without electricity and/or communications for several days leading to a significant number of displaced households, job losses and disrupted livelihoods. This flood was the most serious natural disaster experienced by Serbia in the past 120 years.
Work phases
CSS-Ebla staff, led by Alessio Re, was commissioned by UNESCO to coordinate the assessment of damages, focusing on cultural and community infrastructures.
The team collaborates with the Serbian Ministry of Culture and other national stakeholders to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of the impact on cultural heritage and community assets.
The report is developed in partnership with key global organizations, including the European Union, the World Bank, and major United Nations agencies (UNDP, UN-HABITAT, UNICEF, UNEP, FAO, UNESCO). Collaboration also extended to all Serbian Ministries and Government representatives.
Expected Results
- A detailed assessment of the damages caused by the flooding, particularly to cultural and community infrastructures.
- Recommendations for recovery and future risk mitigation.
- Support for Serbia in mobilizing international and national resources to rebuild and safeguard its cultural heritage.
Additional Information
The full study, which provides an in-depth analysis of the impacts and proposed solutions, is available for download at this link.