Heavy rainfall on the Greek island of Rhodes over the weekend resulted in flooding and disruptions to the road network.
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A significant weather front, named Elena, has recently battered Greece, bringing with it a wave…
Flash floods hit central Athens as storm Atena swept across Greece, turning streets into rivers and causing chaos in multiple neighborhoods. Heavy rainfall impacted areas like Chaidari, Petroupoli, and Kypseli, with the fire department receiving over 50 emergency calls for water pumping, tree removals, and elevator rescues. Passengers were trapped in a flooded bus in Galatsi, and a severe weather warning was issued for Eastern Macedonia and Thrace.
Greek authorities, including security forces and the military, are on high alert as the severe storm "ATENA" threatens potential flooding. In a coordination meeting led by Climate Crisis Minister Vasilis Kikilias, emergency response plans were activated, including the deployment of EMAK rescue units and standby fire brigade teams for water pumping.
A striking waterspout was captured off Zakynthos on Tuesday morning, following heavy rainfall. Filmed by local resident Stefanos Salmas, the waterspout formed around 7 a.m. and moved from the Adriatic Sea towards the strait between Kefalonia and Zakynthos. Though less powerful than a tornado, it reached wind speeds over 100 km/h before dissipating over land.
Prepare for a significant shift in weather, as showers and thunderstorms are set to impact half of Greece. The National Meteorological Service warns of heavy rains and storms affecting numerous regions. Residents are advised to take precautions and keep umbrellas handy as these severe conditions approach.
Powerful storms sweeping across Greece have sparked 62 fires and widespread flooding. The Fire Brigade has contained most fires, while efforts continue in key areas. Heavy rainfall has led to 86 flooding-related calls, particularly in Attica and Central Macedonia. Civil Protection urges citizens to take precautionary measures amidst the severe weather.
With a month until the Paris Olympics, the Seine River, set to host the opening ceremony and several events, remains significantly polluted. Adverse weather has degraded water quality, raising concerns about the viability of river-based events.
Torrential rainfall caused the closure of several thoroughfares in central Athens on Tuesday as forecasters…
The Greek Government declared a state of emergency on the island of Evia and civil…
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Monday afternoon, visited the flood-affected areas in Evia. The death toll from floods…
Update: Seven people have been found dead, and one is missing, after a storm hit…