Greece is struck by catastrophic floods: what is known about the aftermath of the storm.

Greece is struck by catastrophic floods: what is known about the aftermath of the storm
Greece is struck by catastrophic floods: what is known about the aftermath of the storm

Natural disasters hit Greece

According to The Sun: Greece is experiencing severe weather phenomena that have led to the flooding of cars and homes. Local residents have already begun recovery efforts after the heavy rains.

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Many people have been trapped in their homes, while cars have been submerged due to the heavy rains that caused flash floods.

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Local consequences and forecasts

A storm has hit the capital of Greece, lasting more than 48 hours, with forecasts of further rain and hail. Meteorologists like

Georgios Tsatrafilias
warn that "the storms promise severe thunderstorms, gusts of wind, a sharp drop in temperature, and even snow on Mount Kaimaktsalan."

As a result of the storm, schools in Zakynthos and Rhodes are closed to ensure the safety of students and staff, which has practically encouraged locals to celebrate the feast of their guardian saint.

Regions in the west and north of the country, as well as the eastern parts of the Aegean Sea, have been significantly affected.

Southern Europe is once again hit by a wave of severe weather, which has previously affected Italy and Spain, where residents have also faced flooding.

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Ibiza also experienced landslides, resulting in injuries to three people. However, cleanup efforts have already begun.

Smaller Mediterranean islands continue to suffer from extreme weather conditions, which threaten Western Macedonia, where early snowfall is forecasted.

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Spain was also forced to deploy the army and police to deal with the aftermath of the flooding in Ibiza.

Thus, Greece is becoming the epicenter of natural disasters in the region, which continue to threaten the lives and safety of local residents.

These events have serious consequences for both nature and society, as large-scale rescue operations are being carried out to save those affected.


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