Rhodes and Limnos have been declared in a state of emergency by the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, following requests from the mayors of both islands. The formation of committees to assess the damage caused by the Bora storm has also begun.

Regarding Rhodes, following a request from Mayor Alexandros Koliadis, the municipality was officially declared in a state of emergency on Monday afternoon by the Secretary-General of Civil Protection, Vassilios Papageorgiou. It is important to note that on Saturday, the island of Rhodes experienced the largest flooding event in its history.

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This decision aims to expedite compensation processes and the execution of essential works following the severe weather event known as “Storm Bora.”

It is reminded that on Saturday, the island experienced the most severe flooding event in its history.

According to statements made by the Governor of the South Aegean, Giorgos Hatzimarkos, the residents of Rhodes faced an extremely difficult night on Saturday.

“Rhodes was tested harshly. Dozens of rescue operations were necessary under exceptionally challenging conditions, some of which even required the rescue of the rescuers themselves. The island was reinforced with emergency forces flown in from Athens via a special flight. Since dawn, an emergency message via the 112 system has been issued, banning all movement. Please note, the travel ban is in effect for 24 hours. Damage assessment will not begin until the phenomenon subsides, with the Meteorological Service predicting a recurrence today, Sunday. The state mechanism is on full alert, maintaining constant communication with the Ministry of Civil Protection.

Extensive damage has been reported to the road network, as well as homes and businesses. So far, there are no reports of missing persons, and the region most affected, Ialyssos, is under the supervision of the Hellenic Rescue Team (EMAK). To reiterate, a total ban on movement remains in force,” stated the Governor on Saturday.