Crete faces severe flooding and fatalities amid Red Code weather alert FAST-MOVING

Crete weather flooding extreme rainfall Red Code Greece storms

Crete is facing severe weather conditions, with the Greek Civil Protection authority issuing a Red Code alert for the region through Sunday, October 4. The extreme weather has already resulted in at least two fatalities: an 80-year-old livestock farmer in Rethymno who was swept away by floodwaters and crushed by debris, and a 36-year-old man in Pyrgos Monofatsiou who died after falling into a well.

Heavy rainfall has caused widespread flooding, with some areas in Anogeia recording over 361 mm of rain within two days. The flooding has inundated homes, businesses, and roads, particularly in the Heraklion and Lasithi regions. In Gouves, three vehicles were swept into the sea by rising waters. The Fire Service has reported receiving 255 calls for assistance, and 17 people have been evacuated to safe locations.

Meteorologists warn that while conditions may temporarily ease, a new wave of intense storms and strong winds, potentially reaching 8 to 9 Beaufort, is expected to hit the island from Friday evening through the weekend. Authorities continue to urge residents to limit travel and follow emergency instructions.

Entities

Civil Protection · Crete · EMAK · Fire Service · Greek Fire Service · Hellas Fire Service · Heraklion · Lasithi · Pyrgos Monofatsiou · Rethymno · Rotasi · University General Hospital of Heraklion

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[● 3 SOURCES] The deceased was a 36-year-old man from Rotasio, Crete. dete.gr
[● 3 SOURCES] The body was taken to PAGNI for an autopsy to determine the cause and time of death. dete.gr
[● 3 SOURCES] A friend discovered the man in the well on Wednesday morning, September 30. dete.gr
[● 3 SOURCES] Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the fall. dete.gr
[● 3 SOURCES] It is not yet certain if the death was instantaneous. dete.gr
[● 3 SOURCES] The man went to his field with a tractor on Tuesday morning, September 29, for agricultural work. dete.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] Schools in the prefectures of Rethymno and Chania are closed due to the severe weather conditions. tvxs.gr
[● 2 SOURCES] The meteorological station in Anogeia, Rethymno, recorded 361.4 mm of rainfall. www.reader.gr · pelop.gr
[● 10 SOURCES] Heavy rains and storms are expected in Crete, particularly in the northern and northwestern regions. tvstar.gr · www.insider.gr · www.rethemnosnews.gr · www.tribune.gr · tvxs.gr · +1 more
[● 9 SOURCES] The National Meteorological Service (EMY) issued an Emergency Bulletin of Dangerous Weather Phenomena. tvstar.gr · www.insider.gr · www.rethemnosnews.gr · www.tribune.gr · tempo24.news
[● 10 SOURCES] The General Secretariat of Civil Protection has placed the Crete region under Red Code status. tempo24.news · tvstar.gr · www.insider.gr · www.rethemnosnews.gr · www.tribune.gr · +1 more
[● 2 SOURCES] The Regional Governor of Crete has prohibited passage, stay, and circulation in high-risk areas, including gorges and hiking trails.