April 18, 2024

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Zakynthos: floods and landslides from bad weather, watch the video

Zakynthos: floods and landslides from bad weather, watch the video

This caused serious problems Zakynthos The Bad weather has been “hitting” the South Ionian since yesterday.

Since yesterday afternoon Flood events began to occur Zakynthos and in particular, Lagana, Kalamaki and various areas of Agios Dimitris.

According to a report by imerazante.gr, the Zakynthos Fire Department received 20 calls for help, three water hoses were produced from the houses and 12 people were taken to safety. Check out the images from “Zakynthos Day” in the video below

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Roads were closed due to landslides and bad weather

Vehicular traffic was halted for a few hours until necessary interventions to drain the water and remove the transported materials were completed by the authorities (PE Zakinthos, Technical Services, Department of Civil Defense). Also, a small landslide occurred in Arkazi, temporarily closing the road to Vasiliko.

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In fact, from the very beginning, the Agios Halarabis river was overflowing due to continuous rains. Watch the video

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News from 112 about bad weather in Zakynthos

At noon yesterday 112 was also called in Zakynthos, Kefalonia and Patras and received a warning message indicating the occurrence of dangerous weather events for citizens and recommended movement restriction. Events that continue today.

Schools are closed in Zakynthos

Authorities in Zakynthos, Kefalonia and Ithaca have announced Suspension of classes in schools Today is Thursday 26/1. Due to dangerous weather events expected to “hit” the islands of the Ionian Islands, the Deputy Regional Governor, Mr. Stavros Travlos made the decision.

Bad weather will continue in Zakynthos today

According to EMY, rain clouds, occasional storms and offshore-coastal localized hail will remain strong inland till afternoon.

Winds: East Southeast 5 to 7 Beaufort will weaken from noon. Temperature: 06 to 14 degrees Celsius.

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