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Greece on Red Alert as storm-force winds hit Aegean on August 15
Nearly half of Greece’s regions are on high alert because of the strong winds, with a major risk of wildfires. When will the strong meltemi winds subside?
Sailing ban lifted as ferries resume from Rafina and Lavrio: extra services for raised passenger numbers
Gale-force winds reaching force 9 continue across much of the Aegean, with severe weather bulletins still in force in the Kafireas Strait, Evia Strait and Kythira Sea, and passengers urged to confirm sailings with operators
Major fire front in Attica-Boeotia: Blaze from Porto Germeno reaches the Kithairon ridge, battle against the flames in Veniza, evacuation orders issued for Megara (updates)
Water-bombing aircraft have resumed operations over the fire front, with ground and air crews making superhuman efforts to bring the enormous flames under control amid extremely difficult conditions on the ground
Rain and strong winds bring a cooler start to May
Unsettled weather marks the start of May across Greece, with rain, strong northerly winds and a noticeable drop in temperatures expected to dominate conditions through the long weekend.
Chaos at Heraklion Airport: Flight cancellations and stranded passengers due to African dust
Dozens of passengers remain stranded inside the airport, with heavy congestion in waiting areas and service points – watch video
48-hour severe weather with heavy rain, thunderstorms & snow: 112 alerts, sailing ban, & “Red Code” in many areas
A deep low-pressure system is bringing intense weather phenomena - The state mechanism is on full alert following an interministerial meeting; caution advised for travel and the mountainous road network
Urgent Weather Alert from the Hellenic National Meteorological Service: Severe cold wave from this afternoon – Areas where snowfall is expected
A rapid deterioration of the weather is expected from Sunday afternoon, with snow in mountainous, semi-mountainous, and lowland areas of northern Greece. The Risk Assessment Committee of Civil Protection convened
