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Croatian Mountain Rescue Service (HGSS) members located the wreckage of an ultralight aircraft and two bodies in the Paklenica area following a difficult search through rain, wind, and fog. The tragic discovery came after hours of battling stormy conditions. Meanwhile, environmental concerns are escalating with a leading European environmental journalist labeling Gospić a 'PFAS hotspot' and advising against consuming locally grown potatoes due to high contamination. This comes as Croatia has imported over 11,320 tons of hazardous waste, raising further questions about environmental protection. In other news, recent storms have impacted Croatia, with reports detailing their passage and the expected return of warmer temperatures. Separately, the tax authority is facing a low response rate in its call for citizens to verify data in the population registry.

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The Croatian Mountain Rescue Service (HGSS) successfully located the wreckage of an ultralight aircraft and two bodies in the Paklenica area after a challenging search operation through rain, wind, and fog. Approximately 35 members of HGSS were involved in the operation, battling storm conditions for hours.

Index.hr: HGSS Finds Plane Wreckage and Two Bodies After Difficult Search

The Croatian Mountain Rescue Service (HGSS) successfully located the wreckage of an ultralight aircraft and two bodies in the Paklenica area after a challenging search operation through rain, wind, and fog. Approximately 35 members of HGSS were involved in the operation.

Večernji list: Two dead in plane crash: HGSS found wreckage and two bodies, conditions were…

The Croatian Mountain Rescue Service (HGSS) located the wreckage of a plane and two bodies after a difficult search in adverse weather conditions, including a storm.

Telegram.hr: Details of the drama on Velebit: HGSS rescuers battled the storm for hours…

In a challenging search operation, Croatian Mountain Rescue Service (HGSS) members endured hours of storm to locate the wreckage of a plane and the bodies of two individuals on Velebit mountain.

A leading European environmental journalist, Stephane Horel, has characterized the polluted area in Gospić as a "PFAS hotspot" and advised against consuming locally grown potatoes due to high contamination levels. This alarming report coincides with Croatia importing over 11,320 tons of hazardous waste, raising significant environmental concerns.

Telegram.hr: Top European environmental journalist: 'Pollution in Lika is very high. I…

A leading European environmental journalist, Stephane Horel, stated in an exclusive interview that the polluted area in Gospić, Croatia, can be characterized as a PFAS hotspot and advised against consuming locally grown potatoes due to high contamination levels.

Jutarnji list: Enormous Growth: 11,320 Tons of Hazardous Waste Imported into Croatia

Croatia has imported over 11,320 tons of hazardous waste, and the article investigates its origins and final destinations.

Severe storms have recently swept across Croatia, with reports detailing their impact and forecasting the return of higher temperatures. Concurrently, Croatia's first "tree doctor" issued an alarming warning that cities risk becoming unbearable "ovens" without urban greenery, emphasizing the critical role of trees in mitigating climate effects.

tportal: Summer Change: Storms Raged Through Croatia; Find Out When the Heat Returns

A report on the recent severe weather that hit Croatia, with information on when temperatures are expected to rise again.

Telegram.hr: Alarming forecast from Croatia's first tree doctor: 'Without them, our cities…

Croatia's first doctor for trees issues an alarming forecast, warning that the absence of trees will lead to cities becoming unbearable 'ovens,' highlighting the crucial role of urban greenery.

Croatia's tax authority is encountering a low response rate to its call for citizens to verify their data in the population registry, with only 25,500 people complying. Separately, a large-scale tourist inspection operation across the country has resulted in the closure of numerous illegal accommodation facilities and the seizure of significant funds.

Večernji list: Low Response: Tax authority urged citizens to check data, only 25,500 verified…

Croatia's tax authority is calling on citizens to verify their data in the population registry, but only 25,500 people have done so, indicating a low response rate.

Jutarnji list: Grey Season: Tourist Inspection Closes Illegal Accommodations, Seizes Over…

A large-scale operation across Croatia led to the closure of numerous illegal accommodation facilities and the seizure of significant funds.

A fatal traffic accident occurred early this morning on the A3 highway, resulting in the death of a 20-year-old individual and causing traffic disruptions.

tportal: Tragedy on the Highway: 20-Year-Old Dies on A3

A fatal traffic accident occurred early this morning on the A3 highway, resulting in the death of a 20-year-old individual.

Jutarnji list: Tragedy: Fatal Accident on A3 Highway, a 20-Year-Old Dies

A severe accident on the A3 highway has resulted in the death of a 20-year-old individual, causing traffic disruptions.

Dinamo Zagreb is set to play against Varaždin tonight for the top position in the league. The club has also secured a new player on a four-year contract, with a young defender already excelling early in the season.

Index.hr: Young Dinamo Player Excelling Early in Season

A defender for Dinamo Zagreb is performing exceptionally well at the start of the season.

Index.hr: Dinamo vs. Varaždin Match for Top Spot Tonight

Dinamo will play against Varaždin tonight for the top position in the league.

tportal: Dinamo Signs Contract With Hit Player for Four Years

Football news about Dinamo Zagreb securing a new player on a four-year contract.

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