Strong rainfall on Rhodes Island last night resulted in significant disruptions, primarily affecting the road network. Flooding was reported in several areas, including Linídios and the city of Rhodes, leading to landslides and road closures. The Fire Service received four…
On New Year’s Day, heavy rain resulted in the collapse of canal banks in Cheshire, England. Drone footage revealed significant flooding in areas near Little Bollington, prompting evacuations by Cheshire Police and the closure of a portion of the M56…
A significant clean-up operation has commenced in north-west England after severe flooding caused by torrential rain on New Year’s Eve. Hundreds of residents were evacuated from areas in Greater Manchester, Lancashire, and Cheshire as emergency services responded to a major…
On New Year’s Day, heavy rainfall led to the collapse of canal banks in Cheshire, causing significant flooding in Little Bollington and nearby areas. Drone footage revealed inundated fields and prompted evacuations of local properties. In addition, the M56 highway…
Heavy rainfall in England has led to severe flooding in Greater Manchester, with roads and houses submerged. Emergency services are assisting in evacuations as water levels begin to recede. A local resident described difficulties accessing her apartment due to the…
The Greek Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection is actively collaborating with regional authorities to implement state aid for businesses and agricultural operations affected by the severe flooding in September 2023. Recently, over €16.75 million was disbursed to 1,533…
In August, a severe storm wreaked havoc in Brienz, with over 50,000 cubic meters of debris flooding homes, including that of guitar maker René Reusser. Four months later, as the family begins to regain normalcy, they reflect on the overwhelming…
In an interview with the Athens-Macedonian News Agency, Professor Efthymios Lekkas, president of the Organization of Antiseismic Planning and Protection (OASP), discussed the challenges posed by flooding and weather phenomena in Greece. He highlighted the inadequacies of the Kifisos River,…
The year 2024 has been marked by unprecedented extreme weather events attributed to climate change. Global heatwaves, devastating typhoons in the Philippines, and severe droughts affecting the Amazon have significantly impacted billions, particularly vulnerable populations. Research indicates that the world…
A yellow weather warning for heavy rain has been issued across nearly all of Scotland as preparations for Hogmanay begin. With forecasts predicting significant rainfall of up to 140mm in some areas, the Met Office cautions about potential travel disruptions,…
The Civil Protection Authority of Crete has issued warnings for severe weather conditions expected on Saturday, December 28, 2024. The forecast includes heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and snowfall in mountainous areas, coupled with strong northeast winds in the Aegean Sea. Residents…
Following devastating floods in June, the Bavonatal valley in Switzerland appears deserted, with restrictions on access and many businesses closed. However, nine residents remain determined to stay, including Lukas Dreyer, the last permanent resident of Fontana, who witnessed the destruction…
