‘Coral’ storm blankets Greece in snow, affecting schools and roads

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The Coral winter storm arrived in Greece on Wednesday, February 19, bringing a wave of cold weather and snowfall across the country.

According to Ekathimerini, snowfall has already been recorded in Attica, leading to the suspension of traffic on Parnitha Avenue in both directions from the cable car station onwards.

Meanwhile, mountainous areas of Evia, particularly villages in the Kymi-Aliveri Municipality, have been covered in snow.

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Machines have been deployed to ensure roads remain accessible. Photo: Newsbomb.

According to local news outlet evima.gr, regional authorities in Central Greece have deployed heavy machinery to ensure roads remain accessible.

Additionally, schools in several parts of Evia will remain closed in the coming days due to the severe weather conditions.

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