Flash Floods Hit Paros and Mykonos, Greece, on April 1, 2025; Crete Also Affected

Severe storms caused flash flooding on the Greek islands of Paros and Mykonos on Monday, April 1, 2025. The heavy rainfall turned streets into rivers, sweeping away vehicles and causing landslides. Authorities closed schools and restricted road use to emergency vehicles. On Paros, firefighters rescued 13 stranded people. Mykonos experienced less intense flooding, but excavators were needed to clear floodwater. Crete also experienced heavy rainfall, leading to rockslides and road closures. Rescue crews assisted seven people in vehicles trapped by floodwaters. The highest rainfall was recorded near the port of Chania. Schools were closed on multiple islands, and ferry services were disrupted. The storms primarily impacted the Cyclades chain in the central Aegean. Emergency government assistance has been requested to address infrastructure damage. Residents are urged to remain cautious and avoid unnecessary travel as the extreme weather persists.