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State of emergency declared on two Greek islands as people told to stay at home

Residents on two Greek islands insanely popular with British tourists have been told to stay at a home after a state of emergency was declared. Floods have struck Mykonos and Paros as storms swirled over the Aegean Sea, also affecting Crete and Rhodes. The …

Two Greek islands declare 'state of emergency' with UK tourists warned

A state of emergency has been declared in TWO Greek islands. Floods have struck Mykonos and Paros as storms swirled over the Aegean Sea, also affecting Crete and Rhodes in the European Union. The storm that hit Paros, during which 70mm of rain fell in two …

Greece hit by torrential rain and floods – how will it impact your Easter holidays?

Mud has filled the streets of popular Greek islands after the storm (Picture: AP) Severe storms have battered islands in Greece for a second day in a row with cars seen floating into the sea and businesses flooded with mud. With just weeks to go until the …

Britons planning on holidaying in Greece issued new advice as extreme weather likely this summer

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has provided updated travel information for holidaymakers heading to Greece. This comes as extreme weather has hit parts of the country and could continue this summer. Flash flooding and storms have …

Is it safe to visit the Greek islands? Travel advice after extreme flooding

A storm in the Aegean Sea has brought severe flooding to the Greek islands of Paros, Mykonos and Crete, with heavy rainfall also hitting popular islands including Rhodes and Samos. In the towns of Naousa and Parikia in Paros, the island worst hit by the …

Powerful storm brings flooding to Greek islands Paros and Mykonos

Foreign Office issues severe flood alert for popular Greek islands

The Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for Greece, as holiday-goers are being made aware of extreme weather conditions. Taking to X, the official Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office account (@FCDOtravelGovUK) uploaded a warning today ( …

Greek Islands Reeling as Severe Storms Leave Widespread Damage

Severe storms continue to batter some of Greece’s most iconic islands just weeks before the start of the Greek Easter holiday and the tourist season. Island communities are bracing for more heavy rain, strong winds, and hail as the storm system persists …

Foreign Office severe flood alert as 'roads in Greece turn into waterways'

The Foreign Office has issued fresh travel guidance for Greece, alerting holidaymakers to extreme weather conditions. The official Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office X account (@FCDOtravelGovUK) posted a warning today (April 2), highlighting …

Foreign Office updates Greece travel advice as islands battered by storms ahead of Easter holidays

The tourist hotspot has seen homes flooded and cars swept out to sea as severe storms hit Tourists travelling to Greece have been issued with an update by the Foreign Office as the nation is pummeled by severe storms. Just days before the Easter holidays …

Drone footage shows scale of Greek island flooding

Heavy rainfall caused flashing flooding on Greece's Paros island on Monday, 31 March. Drone footage captures the scale of destruction in the capital, Naousa, with damage to vehicles and authorities working to clear mud from the streets. Schools were …

Flash floods hit Greek tourist islands, causing travel disruptions

Storms batter Greek tourist islands for second day, with Crete hardest hit

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Torrential Rain Brings Flooding to Greek Islands

Greek tourist islands devastated by flooding

Drone footage reveals flood damage on Greece’s Paros island

Severe floods hit Greek islands, schools closed and roads swept away

Mykonos, Paros, and other tourist hotspots battered by heavy rain and strong winds, with warnings still in effect. Violent storms have slammed several Greek islands, turning streets into rivers, damaging vehicles, and forcing authorities to shut schools …

Flooding in Greece – Albanian from Mykonos: Water Has Entered Family...

Elpon Imerja, a construction entrepreneur living in Greece, stated during the “Real People” show that several areas in Greece have experienced flooding in recent days. He explained that the most serious issues occurred in places where water entered the …

Crete suffers worst flooding as storms pound Greek islands

Listen to article Ferocious storms have battered Greek islands for a second consecutive day, bringing heavy rainfall, floods, and destruction. Crete has been hit hardest, with torrential downpours submerging homes and businesses and turning roads into …

Boxie Launches “Glo For Good” Campaign to Support Pets Displaced by LA Wildfire Damage

Boxie introduces "Glo For Good" to aid pets affected by LA wildfire; campaign supports animal recovery efforts with every purchase SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the aftermath of the recently …

2026 Europe Winter Outlook – Major Climate Watch for 2030

2026 Winter will be Controlled by 5 Natural ClimatePulse Cycles – Climate Shift Watch Issued for 2030 – Major Shift in Climate Change OCALA, FL, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Weather Oscillations (GWO) incorporates several …

The Role of Building Elevation in Long-Term Disaster Resilience

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Communities across Southeast Louisiana continue to face the threat of recurring floods, subsidence, and storm-related damage. As disaster frequency increases and infrastructure ages, …

Kentuckians Reminded to Beware of Fraud and Scams

FRANKFORT, Ky. – When natural disasters occur, it's possible that some people will try and exploit the situation by pretending to be official disaster aid workers.  FEMA urges disaster survivors to stay alert for fraud and scams. Criminals—including …

Kentuckians: Prepare for Severe Weather Now

FRANKFORT, Ky. – With another round of severe weather on the way here in Kentucky, you need to stay prepared. It’s critical to have multiple ways to receive emergency alerts—whether you’re at home, school, work, or out in the community. Stay alert, follow …

FEMA Assistance Now Available to More West Virginians

  FEMA Assistance Now Available to More West Virginians CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginians in Raleigh County can now apply for FEMA assistance to help with costs from the Feb. 15, 2025, winter flooding.  FEMA assistance may be able to help you pay for …

Oklahoma County, Oklahoma Flood Maps Become Final

DENTON, Texas – New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on or about Oct. 2, 2025, for Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. During the next six months, a FEMA compliance specialist will work with the community to update each floodplain ordinance …

Assistance is Still Available for Wildfire Survivors After the Registration Deadline

LOS ANGELES – FEMA is still working in Los Angeles County to help residents recover from the LA wildfires. The deadline to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance has passed, but Disaster Recovery Centers remain open and the deadline to submit a Right of …

UK not equipped to protect citizens from crisis, charity warns

New report from The Young Foundation sets out critical need for greater levels of preparedness for crisis and disaster LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new report, released today, argues that voluntary, community and …

Merrill Herzog Announces May 2025 Open Enrollment for Exclusive 'Frontline Global' Travel Membership Program

Merrill Herzog’s Frontline Global opens enrollment May 2025, offering top-tier travel assistance, security, and crisis response for travelers worldwide. FT. LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Merrill Herzog …

Caretaker Medical Receives Inaugural Healthcare Tech Innovation Award and $200,000 Grant from Medical Society of D.C.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Caretaker Medical is honored to announce it has been awarded the Healthcare Technology Innovation Award, along with a $200,000 grant, from the Medical Society of the District of …

Two Weeks Left to Submit Your Right of Entry (ROE) Form to LA County

LOS ANGELES – In order to have debris removed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), property owners affected by the Los Angeles Wildfires must submit a Right of Entry (ROE) form to LA County. The deadline to submit a ROE form has been extended to …

Vac2Go Expands Westward with Tenth Location in Phoenix, Arizona

PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vac2Go, a leading provider of industrial vacuum truck rentals, proudly announces the opening of its tenth location in Phoenix, Arizona. This expansion marks a major milestone as the …

South Carolina Sheriff’s Department’s achieves state licensing in Advanced Life Support

Special medical training puts Richland County (S.C.) deputies in a class of their own COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following months of intensive training in emergency medical care and now Advanced Life Support …

Resources to help Georgia Disaster Survivors Deal with Stress and Worry

Thursday, March 27 marked six months since Hurricane Helene struck Georgia, bringing destruction and disrupting the lives of millions of people across the state. Disaster anniversaries can bring up painful memories and cause feelings of anxiety, fear, …

Disaster Recovery Center in Wayne County, W.Va. Opening Wednesday, April 2, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will open in Wayne County at Tolsia High School at 8 a.m., April 2, 2025. FEMA encourages residents of the impacted counties to register for assistance, including homeowners and renters.   The center is …

Owsley County Disaster Recovery Center Moves to Library

FRANKFORT, Ky. –The Disaster Recovery Center in Owsley County, which closed its location at the Owsley County Recreation Center March 28 at 7 p.m., has moved to the Owsley County Public Library and opened April 1 at 7 a.m.     The new Disaster Recovery …

L’ADAO annonce la 21ᵉ édition de la « Semaine mondiale de sensibilisation à l’amiante » du 1ᵉʳ au 7 Avril 2025

Un engagement mondial pour sensibiliser, limiter l’exposition à l’amiante et protéger la santé publique des maladies qui y sont liées WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- L’Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization ( …

ADAO anuncia la 21.ª edición anual de la 'Semana mundial de concientización sobre el asbesto', del 1 al 7 de Abril

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ADAO lidera los esfuerzos globales para crear conciencia, prevenir la exposición y proteger la salud pública de las enfermedades relacionadas con el asbesto la Organización de …

ADAO Announces 21st Annual “Global Asbestos Awareness Week,” April 1–7, 2025

Leads Global Efforts to Raise Awareness, Prevent Exposure, and Protect Public Health from Asbestos-Related Diseases WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO), the …