Storm Elias caused the national road to close

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Storm Elias caused serious problems on Monday after heavy rain and hail. 

The National Highway from Athens to Patra is partially closed due to mudslides. The old national road is also closed; according to the fire department, some vehicles are immobilized. 

The landslide occurred at the 162nd km of Patras-Athens highway at the height of the town of Aigio and was caused by heavy rain falling at the site.

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Rain and hail also hit the rest of the Peloponnese, destroying crops in Kalavryta.