Paros and Mykonos have been declared in a state of emergency following the devastating storms that wreaked havoc in the Cyclades.
The request was submitted to the General Secretariat for Civil Protection, as announced by the Municipality of Paros. The emergency declaration will remain in effect until April 30, 2025.
The last time the island experienced a similar severe weather event was in 2000, when the river overflowed, causing massive destruction.
Scenes of destruction emerge from the Cyclades and Crete following the passage of severe weather. Powerful storms left behind tons of mud and debris, causing extensive damage, particularly in Paros, Mykonos, and Chania.
In Naoussa, Paros, streets turned into raging torrents, sweeping everything in their path. Dozens of cars were swept aside in the raging waters, homes and businesses were flooded, and layers of mud covered everything. The intensity of the rainfall led to the formation of powerful streams that caused widespread devastation.
The most severe impact on the island was recorded in Naoussa, where homes and properties have been submerged in water and mud. The sheer force of the rushing water broke railings in the popular tourist area, trapping cars on a bridge and dragging others into the sea, along with motorcycles and garbage bins.
Since Tuesday morning (April 1), municipal crews and residents have been working tirelessly to clear the mud and debris. Armed with shovels, hoses, and heavy machinery, they are trying to remove the scattered rocks and rubble. To support the recovery efforts, six firefighters with three vehicles have arrived on the island from Naxos.
