Hundreds of firefighters still battling Czech Switzerland blaze

Although the blaze was contained on Monday, officials say the danger is not yet over. Helicopters are still assisting the operation, though the number of firefighters has now been reduced by around one third, to 370.

Fire safety checks reveal serious lapses in Czech nightlife venues

Initial results from fire safety inspections of clubs, bars, discos and other nightlife venues across the Czech Republic have revealed alarming shortcomings, according to the Fire Rescue Service. Its chief Vladimír Vlček said that among the most serious findings were missing or blocked emergency exits in a number of inspected premises. Authorities plan to carry out 770 inspections nationwide.