Climate

According to the updated forecast, the thunderstorms and rain will extend until Saturday and will be accompanied by lightning and hail

AEMET’s alerts cover much of the Mediterranean coast, including Catalonia, Valencia, Andalusia, and the Balearic Islands.

PM Mitsotakis will be accompanied by several government officials, as Greece is set to have a strong presence at the COP29.

Meteorologists are warning that heavy rain expected in the coming hours may lead to flash floods in several areas in Western Greece.

Weather service warns of severe phenomenon over the coming 48-hour period, mainly thunderstorms, hail and intense lightning strikes along western Greece

Much of Greece has seen unseasonable balmy weather during the ongoing autumn season, and significantly less than average rainfall over the past year

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Specifically, 98% of the Greeks surveyed stated that the country must to adapt to climate change, with 60% saying that priority should be given to these adjustment measures.

The current state will be in effect for one month, until December 6 that is, after which it will be lifted automatically.

The Greek delegation, organized under the Ministry of Environment and Energy, is led by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, who will be holding a series of meetings and will participate in several panels. 

The fundamental, underpinning cause of this year's record is climate change

Clean energy met over half of Greece's electricity demand in the first 9-months of 2024, but there was also an increased use of fossil gas and oil to cover rising consumption.

A CSIC research vessel equipped with specialized imaging technology is set to arrive in Valencia on Friday to assist search efforts, especially in areas difficult to access, the Science Ministry announced.

New weather alerts have been issued for Catalonia, the Balearic Islands, and Valencia as rains are predicted to persist.

The death toll in flood-hit Spain is mounting as rescuers search for dozens of missing persons who may be trapped under collapsed buildings.

Extreme weather is forcing Greek officials to accelerate key infrastructure works and prevention projects.

The aid will take the form of a direct grant, which will be disbursed in three installments until 2026

Amid prolonged drought and ongoing water supply issues, EYDAP (Athens Water Supply and Sewerage Company) has initiated a preliminary study to transfer water from two rivers that flow into Kremasta Lake

No temperature drops are expected with sunshine anticipated across the country

Butterflies are considered indicators of healthy ecosystems, help pollinate flowers and serve as a food source.