A heavy downpour of 264 millimeters hit Rhodes, causing significant flooding and prompting emergency response efforts. The storm led to one fatality and over 30 people being rescued from affected areas. Local authorities reported more than 200 water extraction operations as floodwaters receded.
Emergency services worked quickly to clear roads and assist residents. The rainfall, which was the heaviest recorded in the region this season, caused widespread disruption, with many streets submerged and infrastructure damaged. Officials warned of the potential for further incidents as the weather remains unstable.
This is the second major flood event in Rhodes this year, following a similar incident in early summer. The island has seen increased rainfall due to changing weather patterns, raising concerns about the long-term impact on local infrastructure and emergency preparedness. Authorities are now reviewing flood management strategies to better respond to such events in the future.
