The Prime Minister, Mindaugas Sinkevičius, convened a special press conference to provide detailed updates regarding the ongoing situation across the nation. Addressing the public, the prime minister acknowledged the tense atmosphere prevailing in the country. He reported a single fatality and three individuals who sustained injuries, extending condolences to the families and relatives of the deceased.
According to the minister, the most significant challenge currently facing the nation is the stability and restoration of the electricity supply. The severe storm that struck Lithuania caused extensive damage, resulting in fallen trees and damaged roofing structures across multiple locations. During the press briefing, Mr.
Sinkevičius assured the public that the energy provider, ESO, was engaged in intensive efforts to manage the crisis. He characterized the intensity of the weather event, noting that the storm’s powerful effects were also felt in neighboring countries. The prime minister emphasized that the primary focus of all recovery efforts remains the swift elimination of infrastructural damage and the rapid restoration of essential services to the affected communities.
The administration confirmed that comprehensive measures are in place to mitigate the lingering impacts of the severe weather.
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