Hailstorm damages tobacco and crops around Debreshte, Prilep
Residents say that this afternoon hail larger than a hazelnut caused heavy damage to agricultural fields around Debreshte.
A severe hailstorm this afternoon struck agricultural land in the Prilep area, causing significant damage to crops and tobacco plots, residents reported on social networks.
Video and photos shared online show fields battered by hailstones described as larger than a hazelnut, with the worst destruction reported around the village of Debreshte.
Locals say tobacco plants were heavily affected, flattened by the combination of hail and strong winds that accompanied the storm.
Regional firefighting update
Separately, the fire that scorched parts of Skopje is now under control, authorities say, after teams battled the blaze.
Firefighters from Tetovo spent the day working to extinguish the flames in what witnesses called "hellish conditions."
Photo: Selo Debreshte / Fejsbuk
