# Thessaly flood management and protection efforts

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/thessaly-flood-management-and-protection-efforts
> Updated: 2026-09-05T15:15:43.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Thessaly regional authorities have focused on flood management and disaster preparedness. Initially, Governor Dimitris Kouretas outlined long-term strategies for the Volos urban area, including planned flood protection interventions for over 15 locations, the implementation of large dams, and irrigation strategies.

Following these discussions, a specific 1 million euro flood protection project was launched in Volos. This initiative involves cleaning the Krausidis river and other local streams by removing debris, waste, and vegetation to maximize drainage capacity and prevent overflows before the winter season. The project is being monitored by Magnesia Vice Regional Governor Anna-Maria Papadimitriou and funded by the relevant ministry.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-05: Volos launches 1 million euro flood protection project

A 1 million euro flood protection project is underway to clean the Krausidis river and other streams in Volos, Greece, to ensure maximum drainage capacity before the winter season.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/volos-launches-1-million-euro-flood-protection-project

### 2026-08-12: Thessaly Governor discusses flood and water management

Thessaly Governor Dimitris Kouretas discussed flood protection plans for Volos, water management strategies, and ongoing wildfire surveillance efforts in the region.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/thessaly-governor-discusses-flood-and-water-management

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