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Η Ρόδος έχει σοβαρές πλημμύρες λόγω έντονης βροχής. Οι δρόμοι έχουν πλημμυρίσει ιδιαίτερα στις περιοχές Φαληράκι, Καλαθός, Πυλώνα και Λάρδος. Ο κόσμος δεν πρέπει να ταξιδεύει πολύ και να ακολουθεί οδηγίες . Πυροσβέστες έσωσαν δύο γυναίκες από πλημμυρισμένο δρόμο. Οι αρχές εργάζονται για την ασφάλεια και την αποκατάσταση .
Translation
Rhodes is experiencing severe flooding due to heavy rain. The roads are especially flooded in areas such as Faliraki, Kalathos, Pylonas, and Lardos. People are advised to limit travel and follow instructions. Firefighters have rescued two women from a flooded street. Authorities are working on safety and restoration.
Exercise: Text comprehension
Question 1: Where did the severe flooding occur?
The severe flooding occurred in Rhodes.
Question 2: Who rescued the two women from the flooded road?
Firefighters rescued the two women from the flooded road.
Exercise: Vocabulary
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▌05/01/2025
The Greek island of Rhodes is grappling with severe flooding following intense rainfall that began on Saturday afternoon. The relentless downpour, centred primarily in the eastern regions, has caused significant disruptions, particularly affecting the city's road network and nearby villages.
In response to the worsening conditions, emergency alerts were issued via the civil protection service's 112 notification system, advising residents to minimise travel and adhere to guidance from local authorities. However, some residents expressed concerns about the timeliness of these alerts on social media platforms.
Severe Flooding Hits Rhodes Due to Heavy Rainfall (Illustration)
Key areas experiencing the most adverse effects include Faliraki, Kalathos, Pylona, and Lardos. Reports highlight that roads in these regions have become torrents, with waterlogging and debris posing substantial hazards to drivers. In one incident, firefighters rescued two women trapped in their vehicle on a flooded road in Afantou.
Efforts are underway by local and regional services, alongside volunteer teams, to manage the crisis and provide assistance to affected residents. Authorities have placed particular emphasis on securing the Kalathos to Gadoura Bridge route, given the elevated risk posed by accumulated water and stone debris.
As water levels begin to recede, attention is shifting towards recovery and cleanup operations, while teams remain on high alert to respond to any further developments. The situation serves as a stark reminder of the potential impacts of extreme weather on this popular Mediterranean destination.
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