Greece issues weather warning as storms set to batter Greek islands




The Greek National Meteorological Service (EMY) has issued a weather warning for the country, as a storm is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds to many areas.

The storm is expected to hit the Greek islands on Sunday, and is forecast to bring heavy rain and winds of up to 100 km/h. The EMY has warned that the storm could cause flooding and landslides, and has advised people to stay indoors.

The storm is expected to move across the country from west to east, and is forecast to affect the following areas:

  • The Ionian Islands
  • The Peloponnese
  • Central Greece
  • Thessaly
  • Macedonia
  • Thrace

The EMY has advised people to take precautions to stay safe during the storm, including:

  • Staying indoors if possible
  • Securing loose objects
  • Avoiding driving in flooded areas
  • Being aware of the risk of landslides
  • Following the instructions of local authorities

The EMY has also issued a warning for high winds, which are expected to reach speeds of up to 100 km/h in some areas.

The storm is expected to weaken by Monday, but the EMY has advised people to stay alert and to follow the instructions of local authorities.