Due to rising flood risks, Prague closed the embankments in districts along the Vltava river and erected flood barriers in the city centre, Zbraslav, and Liben as a precaution, Radio Prague International reported.

The closures take effect Friday evening, with boat traffic on the Vltava expected to stop on Saturday. Following a flood commission meeting, a city spokesperson confirmed these measures.

The city also closed safety gates at Certovka canal in the city centre and plans to build around 200 metres of barriers. A flood alert was declared starting at 3pm Friday, the second level of a three-tier warning system.

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