Death toll rises to 14 in Greece after Storm Daniel leaves trail of destruction
1 year, 3 months ago

Death toll rises to 14 in Greece after Storm Daniel leaves trail of destruction

India Today  

Greek rescue teams recovered the bodies of three more people in central Greece on Sunday, raising the death toll to 14 from the country's most intense rain storm since records began in 1930. Storm Daniel pummelled Greece for three days from Tuesday at the end of the hottest summer ever recorded, leaving a fresh trail of ruin after deadly wildfires. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis was expected to visit the main operations centre in Thessaly on Sunday evening and announce a series of relief measures for those affected by the storm. Scientists say Greece's arid Mediterranean climate puts it on the front line of global climate change, with freak weather incidents increasingly common.

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Greek party towns devastated by flash floods as Storm Bora destroys roads and bridges after claiming the lives of three people
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Greek party towns devastated by flash floods as Storm Bora destroys roads and bridges after claiming the lives of three people

Daily Mail  

A Greek party town has been left devastated by flash floods as Storm Bora - which has claimed the lives of three people - wipes out roads and bridges. Rhodes has been left covered in mud and debris after the deadly storm battered Greece over the weekend, and over 30cm of rain fell over the popular tourist island. A drone …

Raging wildfires in central Greece leave two people dead
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Raging wildfires in central Greece leave two people dead

Al Jazeera  

Two people have died in a rugged mountainous area in central Greece while trying to help firefighters tackle a forest fire that has forced several villages to be evacuated, authorities have said. The fire near Corinth, 140 kilometres west of Athens, was still burning on Monday, fanned by fierce winds. Greek police spokeswoman Constantina Dimoglidou said the recovered bodies were …

Satellite images show how quickly Greece’s wildfires are spreading
4 months, 1 week ago

Satellite images show how quickly Greece’s wildfires are spreading

The Independent  

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Drop in winds offers hope as firefighters battle huge wildfire on fringes of Athens. 1 person dead
4 months, 1 week ago

Drop in winds offers hope as firefighters battle huge wildfire on fringes of Athens. 1 person dead

Associated Press  

ATHENS, Greece — A major wildfire raged across the northern suburbs of Athens on Monday, leaving at least one person dead and triggering multiple evacuations as swirling winds hampered the efforts of hundreds of firefighters and dozens of water-dropping planes. The blaze started Sunday near Lake Marathon, about 35 kilometers northeast of Athens, coursed across Mount Pendeli and reached the …

Greece sees 'most difficult day of year' fighting dozens of wildfires
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Greece sees 'most difficult day of year' fighting dozens of wildfires

Firstpost  

“The situation is very difficult, as strong winds continue to blow, they have not subsided and the outbreaks are many,” the mayor of Lavreotiki, Dimitris Loukas, told Athens News Agency. “We are fighting a great battle.” He warned that “the wind is very strong and is constantly creating outbreaks” Firefighters were battling a series of wildfires near the Greek capital …

Flood-hit central Greece braces for new storm as military crews help bolster flood defenses
1 year, 2 months ago

Flood-hit central Greece braces for new storm as military crews help bolster flood defenses

Associated Press  

ATHENS, Greece — Emergency services in central Greece were on alert Tuesday as storms headed toward areas hit by massive floods this month. Municipal and military crews using excavators reinforced flood defenses along rivers near the central cities of Larissa and Trikala. As it headed eastward, the latest storm — named “Elias” — caused landslides early Tuesday and prompted authorities …

Greek PM likely to announce reforms, fiscal prudence as Storm Daniel kills 17
1 year, 3 months ago

Greek PM likely to announce reforms, fiscal prudence as Storm Daniel kills 17

Live Mint  

As the death toll in a devastating Storm Daniel reached 17, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is expected to announce reforms and relief measures on Saturday. For three days, intense Storm Daniel rampaged through Thessaly, a region located in central Greece. As per a government source, Kyriakos Mitsotakis will elaborate on the support measures being put in place, funded through …

The death toll from floods in Greece has risen to 15 after 4 more bodies found, authorities say
1 year, 3 months ago

The death toll from floods in Greece has risen to 15 after 4 more bodies found, authorities say

Associated Press  

ATHENS, Greece — The number of confirmed deaths from recent flooding in central Greece rose to 15 after the bodies of four people previously considered missing were found on Sunday, authorities said. The coast guard said Sunday that the body of a 42-year-old man, missing since Tuesday, was found floating in the sea near the city of Volos. Greece’s fire …

Europe floods – live: 13 killed as extreme weather hits Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria
1 year, 3 months ago

Europe floods – live: 13 killed as extreme weather hits Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria

The Independent  

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The death toll from fierce storms and flooding in Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria has risen to 14
1 year, 3 months ago

The death toll from fierce storms and flooding in Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria has risen to 14

Associated Press  

ISTANBUL — The death toll from severe rainstorms that lashed parts of Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria increased to 14 on Wednesday after rescue teams in the three neighboring countries recovered seven more bodies. A flash flood at a campsite in northwestern Turkey near the border with Bulgaria killed at least five people — with three found dead on Wednesday — …

At least 5 people killed as rainstorms, floods hit Turkey, Greece, Bulgaria
1 year, 3 months ago

At least 5 people killed as rainstorms, floods hit Turkey, Greece, Bulgaria

Al Jazeera  

Four people killed in Turkey and Bulgaria and one killed in Greece following flash flooding, with several still missing. At least five people have been killed in torrential rainstorms and flooding in Greece, Turkey, and Bulgaria, including two people who were washed away when floodwaters swept through a camping ground in Turkey’s northwestern province. In Istanbul, Turkey’s largest city, heavy …

Torrential rains kill at least 11 people in Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria
1 year, 3 months ago

Torrential rains kill at least 11 people in Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria

Al Jazeera  

Severe rainstorms lash parts of Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria, prompting floods and landslides. An 87-year-old woman missing since Tuesday was found dead on Wednesday in the village of Paltsi in Magnesia, fire department spokesman Yannis Artopios told public broadcaster Ert. Turkey A flash flood at a campsite in northwestern Turkey near the border with Bulgaria killed at least four people …

At least 7 people die as severe rainstorms trigger flooding in Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria
1 year, 3 months ago

At least 7 people die as severe rainstorms trigger flooding in Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria

Associated Press  

ATHENS, Greece — Fierce rainstorms battered neighboring Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria on Tuesday, triggering flooding that caused at least seven deaths, including two holidaymakers swept away by a torrent that raged through a campsite in northwestern Turkey. In Greece, police banned traffic in the central town of Volos, the nearby mountain region of Pilion and the resort island of Skiathos …

Hundreds of Britons stranded on holiday island as deadly floods hit Greece
1 year, 3 months ago

Hundreds of Britons stranded on holiday island as deadly floods hit Greece

The Independent  

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Severe rainstorm triggers flooding in central Greece, 1 man dies. Police order a traffic ban
1 year, 3 months ago

Severe rainstorm triggers flooding in central Greece, 1 man dies. Police order a traffic ban

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Greek police ordered vehicles off …

Greece floods kill at least one as country grapples with ‘totally extreme weather phenomenon’
1 year, 3 months ago

Greece floods kill at least one as country grapples with ‘totally extreme weather phenomenon’

CNN  

CNN — Greece is being lashed with torrential rains which have flooded homes, businesses and roads and left at least one person dead after a wall collapsed in the extreme weather. Greece’s prime minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, has said that it is facing a “totally extreme weather phenomenon” and has urged the public to follow instructions from authorities. Anastasia Karekla/Eurokinissi/Reuters Cars …

Greece sends 100 extra firefighters to a massive northeastern wildfire as it burns for a 13th day
1 year, 3 months ago

Greece sends 100 extra firefighters to a massive northeastern wildfire as it burns for a 13th day

Associated Press  

ATHENS, Greece — Greek authorities sent 100 extra firefighters Thursday to the country’s northeast where a massive blaze in its 13th day flared up again, prompting authorities to put residents on standby for a possible evacuation for the second night in a row. The reinforcements sent Thursday to the Alexandroupolis and Evros region brought the total number of firefighters deployed …

The death toll from wildfires in Greece this week rises to 21 after another victim is found
1 year, 4 months ago

The death toll from wildfires in Greece this week rises to 21 after another victim is found

Associated Press  

ATHENS, Greece — Authorities battling a major wildfire in northeastern Greece that has been described as the European Union’s largest single recorded fire recovered another body, the fire department said Friday, bringing the total death toll from wildfires in Greece this week to 21. The fire department said firefighters recovered the body of a man from the Dadia-Lefkimi-Soufli Forest National …

Wildfire near Athens rages, Greece sees risk of more blazes
1 year, 4 months ago

Wildfire near Athens rages, Greece sees risk of more blazes

Hindustan Times  

Greek firefighters supported by aircraft battled a raging wildfire next to Athens for a second day on Wednesday, as the authorities said heat and strong winds could spark more blazes in a country where 20 people have already been killed. Firefighters and volunteers flee during a wildfire in Chasia in the outskirts of Athens Hundreds of people have evacuated their …

Greece finds 18 bodies as wildfires spread in new Europe heatwave
1 year, 4 months ago

Greece finds 18 bodies as wildfires spread in new Europe heatwave

The Independent  

The bodies of 18 people have been found in an area of Greece hit by wildfires, as firefighters tackle blazes across southern Europe in the grip of another heatwave. open image in gallery Frantic efforts to fight a wildfire in Chasia near Athens on Tuesday Another major blaze has been burning across Tenerife in Spain’s Canary Islands for a week, …

18 bodies found in Greece as firefighters battle wind-driven wildfires across the country
1 year, 4 months ago

18 bodies found in Greece as firefighters battle wind-driven wildfires across the country

Associated Press  

ALEXANDROUPOLIS, Greece — Firefighters on Tuesday found the burnt bodies of 18 people believed to have been migrants who had crossed the Turkish border into an area of northeastern Greece where wildfires have raged for days. In Greece, police activated the country’s Disaster Victim Identification Team to identify the 18 bodies, which were found near a shack in the Avantas …

Death and destruction in the wake of Greece wildfires
1 year, 4 months ago

Death and destruction in the wake of Greece wildfires

Al Jazeera  

Eighteen burned bodies have been found in northeastern Greece as hundreds of firefighters struggle to control major wildfires burning out of control there for days, fanned by strong winds. They were found in a forest near the Turkish border that is an entry point for people seeking to enter the European Union, fire department spokesman Yiannis Artopios said in a …

New ‘extreme’ wildfire risk alert sounded in Greece as five villages are evacuated
1 year, 4 months ago

New ‘extreme’ wildfire risk alert sounded in Greece as five villages are evacuated

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Greek authorities have warned of an “extreme” wildfire risk around capital Athens as strong winds …

Greece battles wildfires amid hottest July in 50 years, heatwave sweeps Europe
1 year, 5 months ago

Greece battles wildfires amid hottest July in 50 years, heatwave sweeps Europe

Live Mint  

Greece on Saturday faced its hottest July weekend in 50 years, with temperatures forecast to soar above 40 Celsius, while a record-breaking heat wave stretching across the southern United States was expected to expand in the coming days. Over the past 24 hours, 162 fires have been reported across Greece amid high winds and extreme heat. The Greek Coast Guard, …

New wildfires in Greece as Europe braces for more heat
2 years, 5 months ago

New wildfires in Greece as Europe braces for more heat

Associated Press  

ATHENS, Greece — Battered by heavy winds, firefighters in Greece struggled to contain new fires Wednesday around the capital of Athens while other countries in southern Europe took stock of the damage caused during the latest severe heat wave and prepared for the return of scorching temperatures. “Given the conditions created by climate change, we have new fires expanding,” Greece’s …

Two killed as wildfires threaten Athens and spread across Greece, Turkey and Italy amid extreme weather
3 years, 4 months ago

Two killed as wildfires threaten Athens and spread across Greece, Turkey and Italy amid extreme weather

ABC  

Two people have been killed as emergency crews struggled to stop wildfires from spreading to more towns, while scorching winds fuelled blazes across Greece for a fourth day. Key points: At least 56 active fires are still burning across Greece On the island of Evia, hundreds of people had to be evacuated by ferry High winds spread the flames further, …

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