Overview
- The storms intensified on Wednesday, causing flash floods, uprooted trees and widespread damage across islands such as Rhodes, Skiathos and Skopelos and parts of the mainland.
- Greek civil protection issued emergency SMS alerts and ordered precautionary school closures in multiple districts after warnings sent the day before.
- Harbour authorities in Piraeus and Lavrio suspended ferry sailings because of winds over 100 km/h and rough seas while some flights faced local delays or diversions.
- Emergency teams carried out evacuations and rescues after floodwaters swept vehicles into the sea on Rhodes where a 62-year-old driver was later found dead.
- Power outages hit islands including Skiathos and Skopelos and authorities warned that damage assessments are ongoing with further travel and utility disruptions possible as the storm system remains active.