Feb 15 • 15:22 UTC 🇬🇷 Greece Naftemporiki

The bad weather sweeps the country: Where problems are recorded - Messages from 112 in Chios and Serifos

Severe weather conditions have caused landslides and flooding in parts of Greece, particularly affecting Chios with extreme winds and emergency alerts.

A new wave of severe weather that hit parts of Greece on Sunday has resulted in widespread issues, including landslides and flooding. The island of Chios has been particularly hard hit, facing hurricane-force winds reaching 10 Beaufort and resulting in significant disruption. The local authorities have issued an emergency alert via the 112 service, advising residents to limit their movements in coastal areas due to the dangerous conditions.

The situation in Chios is drastic, with the coastal front of the city showing unprecedented damage; streets are littered with stones and seaweed, while waves have overtaken parts of the shoreline. The local port authority has blocked off certain sections of the promenade to safeguard pedestrians and drivers from the risks posed by the high waves. Reports also indicate that the area around the airport is heavily affected, with numerous cars along the road at the mercy of the surging waves and uprooted trees reported in proximity to the coastline.

Residents are bracing for more adverse weather conditions as reports suggest that the storm system could continue to impact various regions across Greece. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and are prepared to enact further emergency measures to protect the public and restore normalcy as quickly as possible. Meanwhile, the nation's infrastructure is being tested amidst these challenging weather conditions, highlighting the ongoing issues related to climate change and extreme weather patterns affecting the region.

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