Severe weather leaves one dead in Western Greece
A man died in Lepeno, Agrinio, in Aetolia-Acarnania, as Storm Cassandra caused extensive damage across Western Greece.
The 52-year-old guard at an asphalt production facility was found about six kilometers from his post, likely swept away by floodwaters. Before losing contact, he told a colleague that a nearby stream had overflowed due to heavy rain.
Significant damage was reported in nearby towns Stratos and Rivio, where overflowing streams flooded basements and stranded drivers.
On the island of Corfu, lightning strikes caused power outages, while flooded streets led to rodent infestations for local businesses. The fire department responded to remove fallen branches and assist with flooding in hotels and shops. Air travel faced disruptions, with several flights unable to land at Corfu’s airport, forcing rerouting to other locations.
In Epirus, fallen trees and landslides blocked roads and damaged properties, prompting emergency responses.
Central and southern Evia were also affected, with half of the village of Kriezos left without streetlights.
