This case study examines the impact of extensive flooding and landslides on the conduct of local elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2024. It evaluates the response of EMBs in the complex administrative environment of the country, including their preparedness and capacity to manage a potential crisis just two days before polling.

The case study provides a brief description of BiH’s administrative structure and legal frameworks and focuses on the EMB responses to flooding impacts. The study concludes with lessons learned and specific considerations for developing a stronger electoral emergency response plan centrally.