ACTIVE ALERT Heavy rainfall warning in Skopje Region Updated: 08:30

How to Report Safely

What to include, how to stay safe, and how to help responders act faster.

Step-by-step

  1. Check immediate danger β€” if life is at risk, call 112 / 195.
  2. Move to safety β€” do not approach fires, floodwater, damaged buildings, or power lines.
  3. Share exact location β€” city + street + landmark, or coordinates if possible.
  4. Describe what happened β€” type of incident, size/impact, when it started.
  5. Mention people affected β€” injuries, trapped persons, vulnerable groups.
  6. Send photo only if safe β€” avoid personal data and do not risk your safety.

What to include (checklist)

βœ… Good example

β€œFloodwater rising near Bridge X, Skopje. Started 20 minutes ago. Road is blocked and 2 cars are stuck. No injuries seen.”

β›” Bad example

β€œBig problem here!! Please help!!!” (No location, no type, no details.)

Safety reminders

  • Do not approach damaged power lines or unstable buildings.
  • Do not drive into floodwater.
  • Do not spread unverified rumors β€” rely on official updates.
  • If you are unsure, move to safety and call emergency services.

Quick actions


This guidance should be available in MK/SQ/EN and as a printable PDF.
Immediate danger?
Call 112 / 195 first.