Heavy rains have ravaged the Greek island of Rhodes, triggering flash floods and stranding residents. The Ialyssos River overflowed, damaging a key bridge and isolating communities. Authorities are rushing aid to those affected, with financial assistance expected before the holidays.
Tag: Disaster Relief
The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America has launched a “National Hurricane Relief Fund” to assist communities affected by Hurricane Helene and those threatened by Hurricane Milton. On October 9th, Archbishop Elpidophoros and clergymen gathered at the Chapel of Saint Paul to pray for those impacted by severe weather, calling for divine intervention to calm the impending storm. He urged the faithful to support affected communities through prayer and donations during this critical time.
Over €12.8 million in disaster relief has been distributed to businesses in Thessaly and Evros impacted by severe floods and wildfires in 2023. The aid, processed through the “myBusinessSupport” platform, supports 1,313 businesses as part of a government effort led by the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection and other agencies. The majority of funds were directed to flood-hit Thessaly, while relief in Evros focused on tourism businesses affected by wildfires.
The European Union has rushed aerial firefighting support to Greece as wildfires continue to burn across the country. Firefighting planes from Croatia, Cyprus, France, and Italy, along with helicopters from Slovenia and Slovakia, have been deployed through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism.
The European Union Council has approved €101.53 million in disaster relief aid for Greece, following severe floods caused by storm “Daniel” in September 2023. This funding is part of a larger €1.028 billion package from the EU Solidarity Fund, which will also support Italy, Slovenia, Austria, and France in recovering from various natural disasters. The aid includes an advance payment of €25.38 million for immediate assistance to the affected regions, particularly in Thessaly.
The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America has launched the Greek Fire Relief Fund to support communities in Attica affected by recent fires. Led by Archbishop Elpidophoros and supported by a $50,000 contribution from the Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society, the fund aims to aid recovery efforts, including the restoration of the historic Monastery of Panagia Axion Esti.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has promised swift compensation for those affected by the recent devastating fire in Attica. Speaking during the Dormition of the Virgin Mary celebrations in Chania, Mitsotakis praised firefighters and volunteers for their efforts and stressed the need for national unity.
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