# Severe flooding and relief efforts in Crete > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/severe-flooding-and-extreme-weather-in-crete > Updated: 2026-10-10T12:04:36.000Z. Sources: 35. Developments: 8. Severe flooding and extreme weather have impacted Crete since October 1, causing widespread damage to infrastructure, agriculture, and residential areas. In Xyloskalos, Chania, rainfall reached up to 440mm. The Fire Service has responded to hundreds of calls, including 101 evacuations and 96 water pumping operations. In the Lasithi Plateau, water depths exceeding three meters have submerged over 5,000 stremmata of land, destroying more than 20,000 tons of potatoes and causing millions of euros in damages. As the crisis continues, multiple municipalities have declared states of emergency. In Hersonissos, Mayor Zacharias Doxastakis has initiated emergency procedures, while the Municipality of Apokoronas has requested €2.6 million in aid. In Heraklion, the communities of Vassileia and Skalania have been added to the list of emergency zones. By October 8, 2026, the General Directorate for the Recovery of the Effects of Natural Disasters had inspected 137 buildings across five municipalities, including Ierapetra, Heraklion, Mylopotamos, Amari, and the Lasithi Plateau. Of these, 127 were classified as ‘green’ (safe), 10 as ‘yellow’ (cautionary), and none as ‘red’ (unsafe). On October 10, 2026, Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Evangelos Tournas announced that damage assessments for homes and businesses are expected to conclude by the following week. He stated that the first round of aid for households, specifically for damaged appliances, will be distributed to mayors within ten days, provided documentation is complete, while aid for businesses is expected within fifteen days. Tournas characterized the situation as a direct experience of climate change, noting, “At this moment we are truly experiencing climate change. We have fires in the north and floods in the south.” ## Claims - Funds will be dispatched within ten days of a municipality submitting a complete request. (disputed by 3 sources) - Funds for affected businesses will be allocated within 15 days. (disputed by 3 sources) - State aid for residential damages in Crete will cover 100% of the assessed value. (corroborated by 3 sources) - State aid for business equipment will cover 70% of the estimated damage. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The state aid plan for Crete focuses on three areas: buildings/residences, businesses, and infrastructure. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Municipalities and the regional authority must submit needs assessments within 15 days. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The aid package includes suspensions of tax and insurance obligations and auctions. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Damage assessments for homes and businesses in Crete are currently being conducted by the DAEFK. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Damage recording is expected to be completed by next week. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The first aid for households is intended to address damage to household appliances. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-10: Crete weather victims to receive aid within 10 days Greece's Climate Crisis Minister announced that Crete's weather victims will receive first aid payments within 10 days, while noting a decrease in wildfire areas despite ongoing climate risks. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/crete-weather-relief-aid-to-be-distributed-within-10-days ### 2026-10-08: Crete building inspections continue after severe weather damage Authorities in Crete have inspected 137 buildings following severe weather, classifying 127 as safe and 10 as yellow. Local groups are calling for improved flood protection infrastructure. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/crete-building-inspections-assess-weather-damage ### 2026-10-08: Crete flood protection: KKE requests EU funding for infrastructure The KKE has petitioned the European Commission for urgent funding for Crete's flood protection infrastructure following deadly floods and extensive damage to the island's roads and agriculture. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/crete-flood-protection-kke-requests-eu-funding-for-infrastructure ### 2026-10-06: Crete municipalities declare states of emergency after severe storms Municipalities in Crete, including Hersonissos, Apokoronas, and Heraklion, have declared states of emergency following severe storms that caused extensive infrastructure damage and flooding. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/heraklion-seeks-emergency-status-after-catastrophic-storms ### 2026-10-05: ELGA begins damage assessment in Crete after severe storms ELGA has begun assessing agricultural and livestock damage in Crete following severe storms, with government officials overseeing the process to facilitate producer compensation. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/elga-begins-damage-assessment-in-crete-after-severe-storms ### 2026-10-05: Crete disaster relief: 100% compensation for homes and 70% for businesses The Greek government and banks have announced aid for Crete following severe storms, including 100% compensation for home damages, 70% for businesses, and suspended loan payments for affected residents. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/crete-disaster-relief-greece-to-provide-100-aid-for-residential-damages ### 2026-10-05: Crete farmers seek urgent EU aid after devastating floods MEP Sakis Arnautoglou is seeking urgent EU financial aid for Cretan farmers and livestock breeders following catastrophic floods that destroyed crops, livestock, and vital agricultural infrastructure. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/crete-farmers-seek-urgent-eu-aid-after-devastating-floods ### 2026-10-03: Heraklion officials assess weather damage and plan emergency response Heraklion officials are assessing weather-related damage to infrastructure and agriculture, preparing a formal dossier to request emergency status and state aid from the Greek government. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/heraklion-officials-assess-weather-damage-and-plan-emergency-response --- Cite as: Severe flooding and relief efforts in Crete. 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