Feb 21 • 11:34 UTC 🇬🇷 Greece To Vima

Limnos: Images of destruction from the bad weather, water unsuitable for drinking

Limnos is recovering from severe weather damage, leaving many businesses flooded and water sources contaminated.

Limnos, an island in Greece, is facing severe damage after intense weather struck, transforming streets into rushing rivers and flooding businesses with mud. Residents were seen battling against the elements, attempting to salvage their properties as scenes of destruction became apparent with the dawn. Areas like the market in Myrina and nearby streets experienced significant flooding that carried debris, causing chaos and immobilizing vehicles.

The local authorities have declared the drinking water in Myrina unsuitable for consumption due to the sudden severe weather, warning citizens not to use it for drinking or cooking. The consequences of the flooding have left many businesses and homes in disarray, with shop owners left helpless in front of their waterlogged properties. Residents are trying to recover their losses, using buckets and brooms to clean their premises amidst the devastation.

As the island begins the process of recovery, these weather events stress the importance of state preparedness and community resilience in the face of natural disasters. Local officials will need to address the infrastructure damage and the long-term effects on the local economy while ensuring safe water supplies for the residents moving forward.

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