Death toll rises from devastating floods in Greece

·

The toll of casualties resulting from the effects of Storm Daniel in Thessaly continues to climb, with the discovery of an elderly man’s body in the Ellinopirgos area of Karditsa. This unfortunate incident has brought the total known fatalities to three, reported Ekathimerini.

The 82-year-old man was found lifeless, trapped beneath a car, a tragic consequence of being swept away by the relentless downpour and subsequent flooding while attempting to leave his residence.

In a previous incident, the remains of an elderly woman were recovered in close proximity to a coastal community in the southern Pelion region, near the port city of Volos on the Pagasetic Gulf, as reported by the fire brigade, according to amna.gr.

The initial victim of this devastating weather event was a man who tragically lost his life when a wall collapsed on him during adverse weather conditions in Volos on Tuesday.

Read more: One dead and one missing in Volos floods as storms hit Greece

Severe flooding from Storm Daniel in Greece. Photo: InTime News.

Thessaly, located in central Greece, has borne the brunt of severe flooding over the past 48 hours, according to the National Observatory of Athens weather service, Meteo.

Since Monday, Storm Daniel has unleashed landslides, led to the destruction of a bridge, caused power poles to collapse, and swept away numerous vehicles in its muddy waters. These calamities followed closely on the heels of a two-week-long deadly wildfire that had raged in the northern region.

Furthermore, sections of Athens have also been inundated by the relentless storm.

Weather forecasts indicate that the tempest is expected to persist until Thursday evening. 

Source: amna.gr and Ekathimerini

greek film festival sydney new

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Latest News

Nick Politis defends Sydney Roosters’ handling of Victor Radley sanctions

Sydney Roosters chairman Nick Politis has defended the club’s decision to hand Victor Radley the harshest penalty in its history.

‘I love you daddy’: Emotional goodbye to surfer Mercury Psillakis at Sydney funeral

Family, friends and members of Sydney’s surfing community have farewelled Mercury Psillakis, the 57-year-old surfer killed in a shark attack.

Diaspora pride as Panathinaikos triumphs over Partizan in Melbourne tournament opener

Panathinaikos claimed a 91-82 victory over Partizan in front of thousands of Greek fans at Melbourne’s John Cain Arena.

GOCNSW holds fruitful first meeting with new Consul General George Skemperis

The Greek Orthodox Community of NSW hosted the new Consul General of Greece in Sydney, Georgios Skemperis, in a productive meeting.

Silent heroes and bright futures: Supporting Greek language education in Victoria

Over the past month or so a few articles have appeared discussing the current and future state of the Greek language in Victoria.

You May Also Like

Glowing review for ‘Opou GIS kai PATRIS’ after Sydney theatre shows

Theatre-lovers in Sydney enjoyed four magnificent performances of 'Opou GIS kai PATRIS' between 1st and 3rd of March 2024.

South Melbourne Hellas and Mill Park to face off in Greek Community Cup final

South Melbourne Hellas and Mill Park will face off on February 11 to decide who will be crowned champions of the Greek Community Cup.

Manhunt for Jim Soukoulis after he misses court for serious drug charges

A manhunt is under way to find Jim Soukoulis, wanted on serious drug charges, who failed to appear in a Melbourne court on Wednesday.