Floods and Storm Damage in Crete: Homes Flooded and Rescues Underway

Severe weather struck the Greek island of Crete, causing widespread flooding, extensive property damage, and rescue operations for trapped residents, Greek news outlets Kathimerini and Ta Nea reported.

According to the reports, heavy rainfall unleashed torrents of water and mud that affected areas including the village of Zoniana and the Lasithi regional unit, where homes were flooded. Due to the severe conditions, repeated emergency warnings were sent to residents via the 112 alert service.

Official figures regarding casualties or the full extent of the damage across the island have not yet been released.