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Storm Erminio, intensified by Saharan dust, has caused heavy rain, strong winds, and floods across Greece, leading to at least one fatality, disrupting air travel, and causing extensive damage, including to a celebrity-owned hotel in Andros.
Strong winds have carried vast amounts of Saharan dust and sand to Crete, covering the Greek island in an unusual orange and red haze, creating 'Mars-like' scenes and causing poor visibility. A tornado was also recorded in the region.
A bridge in the Molise region of Southern Italy collapsed due to severe weather caused by cyclone Herminio. No casualties were reported as the bridge had been closed to traffic since the previous day.
A new legal dossier concerning the OPEKEPE agricultural subsidies organization has caused political upheaval in Greece, leading to discussions about individual accountability, dilemmas, and a potential cabinet reshuffle.
An emergency alert has been issued as Storm Erminio makes landfall and impacts the Attica region of Greece, with residents advised to limit movement until midnight.
Storm system 'Erminio' has prompted a yellow warning for rain and isolated thunderstorms in Cyprus, while Greece has issued a red alert for Attica and six other regions, anticipating heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail.
Greek authorities are addressing the immediate need for support for those affected by the bad weather system 'Erminio,' with a parliamentary question raised for damage restoration and compensation.
Storm Erminio has caused one fatality, widespread flooding, and significant damage across Greece, including in Attica and Chania. Authorities are now gradually restoring vehicle traffic on major roads in Attica following the disruptions.
Ferry schedules from the port of Piraeus are being modified, and sailing bans are in effect in Rafina and Lavrio, as adverse weather conditions continue to impact Greece's ferry network in several areas.
The European Public Prosecutor's Office has requested the lifting of immunity for 11 current Members of Parliament in Greece as part of an ongoing investigation into agricultural subsidy fraud, which has caused an estimated damage of over 19.6 million euros to the EU budget.
Croatia is bracing for highly unstable and windy weather, with red alerts issued for multiple regions, particularly along the Adriatic coast, due to potentially dangerous meteorological conditions and wind gusts reaching 160 km/h.
Storm 'Erminio' is bringing strong rains, thunderstorms, hail, and winds across Greece, with red-level warnings issued for Athens and other regions, putting millions on flood alert and prompting discussions about potential school closures in Attica.
Storm Erminio brought heavy rain, thunderstorms, and snow to Greece and south-east Italy, while Saharan dust covered Crete and deadly flooding impacted Afghanistan.
Storm Erminio has caused significant disruptions across Greece, including landslides, widespread flooding, and a man's death near Athens. Emergency services have received over 1,100 calls, primarily in Attica and Crete, as heavy rain, gale-force winds, and a Saharan dust storm continue to batter the country.
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The approaching bad weather system 'Erminio' is prompting school closures in several regions across Greece, with authorities issuing an emergency weather bulletin.
Authorities in Punjab have announced that schools in the region will remain closed on Fridays. The decision will impact the weekly schedule for students and educators across Punjab.
The Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY) has issued an emergency bulletin for dangerous weather phenomena as the severe weather system 'Erminio' is expected to impact Greece.