Severe Storms Wreak Havoc on Greek Islands for Second Day
Crete endures record rainfall, while Paros, Mykonos, and Rhodes face flooding, infrastructure damage, and gale-force winds.
- Crete recorded the heaviest rainfall in the past 24 hours, with significant flooding and road closures reported near the port of Chania.
- Rescue crews on Crete assisted seven people trapped in vehicles by floodwaters, while rockslides further disrupted transportation.
- Paros experienced severe flooding, with cars swept into the sea and homes inundated, prompting requests for emergency government assistance.
- Rhodes faced gale-force winds that uprooted trees and caused damage to vehicles, while Mykonos dealt with hailstorms and infrastructure damage.
- Schools remain closed, and ferry services are disrupted across multiple islands, compounding challenges in the Cyclades, a key tourist region.