SARAJEVO, July 2 (Xinhua) -- An orange weather warning has been issued across Bosnia and Herzegovina for July 3 and 4, with temperatures expected to reach between 35 degrees Celsius and 40 degrees, especially in the south, posing serious risks to public health, agriculture, and fire safety.
Meteorologist Bakir Krajinovic from the Federal Hydrometeorological Institute (FHMZ) said Tuesday that June 2025 marked an unprecedented month in the country's measurement history, with zero liters of rainfall recorded at meteorological stations in cities such as Tuzla and Mostar.
"Not a single drop fell the entire month," he said, combined with record temperatures, 38.8 degrees Celsius in Sarajevo and 38 degrees in Tuzla, which is a clear sign of extreme climate change.
Krajinovic warned of increased wildfire risk, severe impacts on agriculture, and potential harm to public health, especially vulnerable groups. Mid-July may bring scattered showers, but no significant relief is expected.
Nedzad Bico, president of the Federation of BiH Farmers' Association, said crop and fodder production is already falling. Without urgent intervention, the consequences could stretch beyond this season.
