Greece Battles Severe Floods as Heavy Rain Triggers Chaos Across Regions
Heavy rainfall has battered western and northern Greece since Wednesday, causing widespread disruption. Flooding, landslides, and blocked roads have left authorities scrambling to respond as the severe weather continues.
The storm began early in the weekend when a strong low-pressure system moved over western Greece. By 5 p.m., Paramythia in Thesprotia recorded the highest rainfall at 139 millimetres, overwhelming drainage systems.
In Igoumenitsa, streets turned into fast-flowing streams, while two landslides blocked the provincial road to Plataria, halting traffic. Civil Protection teams were deployed to mountainous areas, including Konitsa and northern Tzoumerka, where multiple landslides occurred.
Flooding also struck parts of Corfu, submerging the road to Agios Prokopios. The Fire Department received dozens of calls to pump water from flooded basements across affected regions. Municipal crews worked to clear blocked grates and restore water flow, but open manholes posed risks to drivers and pedestrians.
Despite the chaos, no injuries have been reported so far.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation as the severe weather eases. Residents are being warned to stay alert for lingering hazards, including unstable roads and open manholes. Clean-up efforts are underway to restore normal conditions in the hardest-hit areas.
