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The Hellenic National Meteorological Service has issued an emergency weather deterioration bulletin for Saturday, December 7, 2024, warning of heavy rain and thunderstorms expected to impact various regions across Greece, including the Ionian Islands, Central Greece, and the Aegean Islands. Residents are urged to stay informed and exercise caution.
The severe weather system "Bora" will continue to impact Greece with heavy rain and thunderstorms until early Tuesday, according to the Hellenic National Meteorological Service. Adverse conditions are expected across several regions, including Macedonia, Thessaly, and the Aegean Islands, with authorities urging residents to stay informed and exercise caution.
The severe weather system "Alexandros" is set to bring heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gale-force winds to Greece, with regions like Thessaly, the Northern Sporades, and Evia at high risk of flooding. Authorities have issued warnings and urged residents to remain alert as disruptions are expected until Saturday evening.
Two Russian traffickers have been sentenced to a total of 380 years in prison and fined €3.8 million for smuggling 74 illegal immigrants into Greece. The migrants, including children, were discovered on a sailboat near Astypalaia in September 2023. The traffickers were found guilty of endangering lives and illegally transporting the migrants for profit. This significant ruling underscores Greece’s commitment to combating human trafficking in the Mediterranean.
The Palace of the Grand Master in Rhodes recently hosted the opening of the exhibition "From the Ioannites to the Knights of Malta," inaugurated by Grand Master Fra' John Dunlap and Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni. This historic event marked the first official visit of a Grand Master to Greece in 500 years and celebrates the significant role of the Knights in Rhodes over the past two centuries. The exhibition, featuring advanced audiovisual technology, highlights the history and contributions of the Sovereign Military Hospital Order of St. John of Jerusalem, Rhodes, and Malta. Mendoni emphasised the importance of this partnership, especially in light of current regional challenges.
Greece is on high alert for severe wildfire conditions on Thursday, especially in Crete, which faces a category 4 fire risk. Other regions, including Attica and parts of Evia and Laconia, are under a category 3 risk. With prolonged drought, minimal rainfall, and strong winds creating flammable conditions, authorities are increasing patrols and enforcing a ban on activities that could spark fires in the most affected areas.
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Following recent severe storms, Greece is set for a mini heatwave, with temperatures rising to 30°C later this week. Meteorologists predict a shift to summer-like conditions from Thursday to Saturday, with clear skies across much of the country. The temporary warm spell will provide a brief return of summer after the recent bout of bad weather.
Greece has experienced a surge in international tourism this year, with arrivals surpassing pre-pandemic levels. Between January and August 2024, the country welcomed over 27.7 million visitors, a nearly 10% increase compared to the same period in 2023.
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In a special event to be held on Sunday, 15th September, Sydney will pay tribute to this tragic history with "Remembering Rhodes: Torn Apart by War" to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the destruction of the Jewish communities of Rhodes and the Dodecanese islands during World War II.
Authorities have intensified their crackdown on tax evasion, leading to the closure of 16 businesses in Kos and Rhodes within 48 hours. The Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) used advanced algorithms and citizen reports to uncover undeclared revenue exceeding €370,000. This crackdown is part of a broader effort to address tax evasion across Greece, with ongoing inspections expected in both island and mainland regions.
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Greece's current heatwave will persist today, with temperatures soaring above 40 degrees Celsius in some regions, according to the National Meteorological Service. A gradual decrease in temperatures is anticipated from Tuesday, providing some relief by mid-week.