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Plane Crash Tragedy; Environmental Warnings Escalate

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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HGSS Locates Plane Wreckage, Two Fatalities

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.

Gospić Declared PFAS Hotspot Amidst Hazardous Waste Imports

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.

Weather and Climate Warnings

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.

Administrative and Regulatory Updates

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.

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