The Greek islands were hit by violent downpours and storms on Monday. At Mykonos and Paros, water kidnapped cars, in some there were trapped people. The intervention of services was necessary. In connection with the forecast continuation of dangerous weather, schools will be closed on Tuesday.
On the island of Mykonos, the flood caused significant interference, especially in the areas of the villages of Tourlos and Marats. The rising water level led to several cases of imprisonment of people. As the officials donated, everyone is safe. As Ekathimerini writes, emergency crews are working on cleaning flooded areas.
The Population Protection Service issued a warning shortly before 19 o'clock, prohibiting the movement of all vehicles except for emergency services due to heavy rain and storm.
“Traveling is prohibited due to difficult weather conditions” – it was written in the warning.
People imprisoned in cars
On the island of Paros, strong storms caused extensive floods, especially in the villages of Naousissa and Kollymbithres. Firefighters saved two people trapped in vehicles, and also helped 13 other people ensure safety.
“The situation is particularly difficult along the Parikia -Nousoussa route,” said the mayor of Konstantinos Bizas, adding that the Naoussa River spilled and swept cars near the bridge. A total ban on traffic on all roads on the island has been introduced to Paros.
On the island of the school will remain closed on Tuesday.
Closed schools at Rhodes
On Tuesday at Rhodes, like Paros, schools will remain closed due to the forecast difficult weather conditions – announced the mayor Alexandros Koliadis. He argued that this was to ensure the safety of students, teachers and families.
ekathimerini.com, reuters, protothema.gr
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