A group of young motorcyclists blocked a major bridge in Halkida to stage illegal street races on Sunday, leaving dozens of drivers trapped and sparking outrage over the absence of police intervention.
A Barbados-flagged vessel carrying 5,000 tons of magnesite ran aground while loading at Mantoudi port in Evia, Greece. No injuries or pollution have been reported as authorities investigate
Several passengers are now seeking compensation for damages, lost income, and emotional distress. Concerns remain over personal belongings and vehicles left onboard since Tuesday night
The captain of the Panagia Paravouniotissa faces lawsuits from passengers and remains in custody after the vessel ran aground off Evia, with claims for damages and official reports disputing his account of a steering failure.
The captain reportedly failed to notify maritime authorities immediately after the grounding. Contact was only made by the Coast Guard’s Search and Rescue Coordination Center after repeated attempts—approximately one hour after the incident occurred
A ferry carrying over 100 people ran aground near southern Evia, prompting an emergency evacuation. Authorities are now investigating why the captain failed to report the incident to the coast guard.
The drawbridge, called the "Old Evripos Bridge", was later partially repaired, allowing vehicles to pass, but unable to be lifted to allow for marine traffic
Authorities remain on high alert as efforts to control the fire continue under challenging weather conditions
Firefighters rushed to the scene in large numbers. According to official reports, 26 firefighters, 10 fire engines, and one aerial ladder truck have been deployed
Local authorities and residents remain on high alert as the aftershock sequence unfolds. Scientists urge residents to stay vigilant yet calm, as seismic activity may continue in the coming days.
Evia, which has a low to moderate seismic risk, has experienced similar seismic swarms in recent years, typically without escalating to stronger quakes.
The two siblings have confessed that they murdered their 65 year old father by suffocating him with a pillow.
An earthquake measuring 4.5 on the Richter scale was recorded at 19.53 on Monday some four kilometers east, southeast of the town of Vassilika, in northern Evia (Euboea) island. The tremor was felt in the greater Athens area to the southwest and in the Sporades islands to the north of Evia, while significantly shaking the […]
Unearthed residence near the coastal town of Eretria, a well-known city-state in antiquity, it dwelling was adorned with a lively mosaic depicting two satyrs
The prevailing concern is the strong winds blowing at four degrees on the Beaufort scale, occasionally reaching up to seven