Central Athens will see major road closures and parking bans starting Monday morning as the city hosts a student parade for Greece’s March 25th National Anniversary. Key avenues like Vasilissis Amalias and Syngrou will be affected, with restrictions extending to Attica municipalities on Tuesday. The Hellenic Police urge drivers to avoid these zones and follow traffic guidance to ensure a smooth celebration.
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Athens is installing 388 red-light cameras to combat frequent traffic violations and improve road safety. This €18.8 million project, funded by Greece’s Recovery and Resilience Fund, targets high-accident intersections and aims to reduce accidents through automated enforcement. Fines for violations can reach up to €700.
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.