Incalculable are the damages caused to the Crete from bad weather.
The residents are in despair whose homes have been destroyed by the raging waters. The streets have turned into rivers, while ground floors have been flooded buildings and courtyards as well as businesses. The Cars In many cases, they have been swept away by the water.
The Peninsula Was Submerged
Human lives were put at risk in Chersonissos, which was hit with particular ferocity by the forces of nature. The Fire Department was called to rescue at least eight people.
Partial evacuation in Platanias
Problems were also reported in the Regional Unit of Rethymno, with classes being suspended in Mylopotamos. In Platanias, the river swelled, prompting authorities to carry out a partial evacuation of the area.
People clung to poles
In Malia, residents watched as their cars were swept away by the raging waters, the level of which rose so high that, in some cases, people were seen clinging to poles for protection.
Fire Department Appeal: «Go up to the rooftops»
The Fire Department is issuing a major appeal, due to heavy rainfall, if residents find that they are in danger, they should go up to high points and to avoid the transfers their.
At least 60 men with 20 vehicles are participating in rescue operations, while EMAK continues its round-the-clock efforts to free people who are trapped or confined in their homes.
