Regarding the weather phenomena<\/b> expected from noon today until tomorrow, the Risk Assessment Committee met today. <\/p>\n
Furthermore, after evaluating the meteorological<\/b> data and taking into account the weather conditions that have prevailed recently, expressed the view that a short extension for the clearing of plots<\/b> could be considered, a decision later announced by the Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Evangelos Tournas<\/b>, speaking to ERTnews. <\/p>\n
Mr. Tournas<\/b> announced that the deadline for clearing plots of land will be extended by one week, that is, until June 22<\/b>. <\/p>\n
At the same time, the Committee emphasized the need for the relevant work to be expedited by the citizens responsible and the competent authorities, as the weather conditions expected in the coming days will become more severe<\/b>. <\/p>\n
Specifically, the Risk Assessment Committee was convened by the Secretary General for Civil Protection, Nikos Papaefstathiou<\/b>. The topic of the meeting was the Special Weather Warning issued by the National Meteorological Service (NMS). <\/p>\n
According to the Committee\u2019s scientists, a change in weather is expected from noon today until noon tomorrow in Northern and Central Greece, with locally heavy rain and thunderstorms, which will be temporarily accompanied by strong winds (gusts), frequent lightning, and a possibility of local hailstorms. The phenomena will be locally intense in Macedonia, Thrace, temporarily in the mountainous areas of Epirus, Thessaly, Eastern Central Greece, Euboea, and the Sporades. <\/p>\n
As stated in an announcement by the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, the National Coordination Center for Operations and Crisis Management (ESKEDIK) has already contacted first- and second-level local authorities, as well as with all relevant agencies regarding the development of weather conditions to ensure appropriate operational readiness and response to these consequences. <\/p>\n
According to the updated Special Weather Warning (EDEK) issued today by the National Meteorological Service (EMY), a deterioration in weather conditions is expected today, Friday (June 12, 2026) in northern and central Greece, with locally heavy rain and thunderstorms, which will be temporarily accompanied by strong winds (gusts), frequent lightning, and a possibility of local hailstorms. <\/p>\n
In detail, heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast<\/b>: <\/p>\n
a. In Macedonia today, Friday, from midday through the evening, except for the region of Chalkidiki and eastern Macedonia, where the phenomena will continue until the early hours of Saturday, <\/p>\n
b. in Thessaly and the mountainous and semi-mountainous areas of Epirus today, Friday, from midday through the evening, <\/p>\n
c. in the Sporades and Euboea from Friday evening through Saturday morning, <\/p>\n
d. in Eastern Central Greece today, Friday, from the afternoon through the evening hours, <\/p>\n
e. in Thrace from Friday afternoon through Saturday morning, <\/p>\n
f. on the islands of the northeastern Aegean (mainly the Lemnos area) from Friday evening until Saturday morning. <\/p>\n
Citizens can stay informed daily about the development of severe weather conditions through the Hellenic National Meteorological Service\u2019s (EMY) regular weather bulletins and on the EMY website at.<\/p>\n
The General Secretariat for Civil Protection is once again issuing recommendations to citizens to be particularly cautious, and to take measures to protect themselves from dangers arising from severe weather events.<\/p>\n
The General Secretariat for Civil Protection (civilprotection.gov.gr) of the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection has notified the relevant government agencies, as well as the country\u2019s regions and municipalities, to maintain heightened civil protection readiness in order to immediately address the impacts of severe weather events.<\/p>\n
In particular, in areas where heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, or strong winds are forecast, the General Secretariat for Civil Protection recommends that citizens:<\/p>\n
* Secure objects that, if swept away by severe weather, could cause damage or injury.<\/p>\n
* Ensure that the gutters and downspouts of their homes are not blocked and are functioning properly.<\/p>\n
* Avoid crossing streams and creeks, on foot or by vehicle, during storms and rainfall, as well as for several hours after they have subsided. Particular caution is required at points on the road network where the road crosses streams and there is no bridge.<\/p>\n
* Avoid outdoor work and activities in marine and coastal areas during severe weather events (risk of lightning strikes).<\/p>\n
* Take immediate shelter during a hailstorm. Seek shelter in a building or car and do not leave the safe area until you are certain the storm has passed. Hailstorms can also be very dangerous for animals.<\/p>\n
* Avoid walking under large trees, under hanging signs, and generally in areas where light objects (e.g., flower pots, broken glass, etc.) may become dislodged and fall to the ground (e.g., from under balconies).<\/p>\n
* Strictly follow the instructions of local authorities, such as the Traffic Police, etc.<\/p>\n
In areas with intense lightning activity:<\/p>\n
* Do not hold electrical devices or the telephone, as lightning can travel through the wires. Unplug television sets from the antenna and the power supply.<\/p>\n
* Avoid touching plumbing pipes (kitchen, bathroom), as they are good conductors of electricity.<\/p>\n
* Pull over to the side of the road and away from trees that might fall on it.<\/p>\n
* Stay inside and turn on your hazard lights (emergency lights) until the storm subsides.<\/p>\n
* Close the windows and do not touch metal objects.<\/p>\n
* Avoid flooded roads.<\/p>\n
* Take shelter in a building or a car; otherwise, sit down immediately on the ground without lying down.<\/p>\n
* Take shelter under the sturdy branches of low-lying trees if you are in a forest.<\/p>\n
* Never take shelter under a tall tree in an open area.<\/p>\n
* Avoid low-lying areas due to the risk of flooding.<\/p>\n
* Do not stand next to utility poles, power lines, telephone lines, or fences.<\/p>\n
* Do not approach metal objects (e.g., cars, bicycles, camping equipment, etc.).<\/p>\n
* Move away from rivers, lakes, or other bodies of water.<\/p>\n
* If you are in the ocean, get out immediately.<\/p>\n
* If you are isolated in an open area and feel your hair standing on end (a sign that lightning is about to strike), sit down with your head between your legs (to minimize your body\u2019s surface area and contact with the ground) and throw away any metal objects you are carrying.<\/p>\n
For information and announcements regarding current conditions and road network accessibility due to flooding or snowfall and ice, citizens can visit the Hellenic Police website. <\/p>\n
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