AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoExtreme Weather in Crete: Five straight days of intense rain and thunderstorms have left widespread flooding, landslides, road damage and power cuts across the island, with the National Observatory of Athens reporting 91mm in one day at Xyloskalo and about 440mm on the Lasithi Plateau over two days; emergency crews have responded to hundreds of incidents and evacuations, while officials say access and recovery work continues. Rescue Crisis in Samaria Gorge: Eight people remain trapped in Samaria Gorge as rising water makes rescue too dangerous, with authorities preparing to act once conditions improve. Storm Aftermath & Public Safety: Greece’s emergency alert system was used to restrict travel in affected areas, and a European satellite mapping service was activated to support local response and damage assessment. Wildlife & Tourism Pressure: On Ionian “Piggy Island” (Atokos), viral tourist visits to semi-wild pigs are drawing animal welfare complaints over feeding and frequent human contact, with concerns that the animals’ behavior and injuries are being worsened by boats and crowds. Waste Management Accountability (EU): Cyprus and Greece are facing EU legal action over poor waste management, keeping pressure on enforcement and compliance. Energy & Household Costs: Mitsotakis’ weekly update highlights measures to cushion energy prices and extend debt repayment terms, while also noting Crete’s emergency response and upcoming damage assessment.
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