Heavy rainfall turned streets into rivers on the island of Lesvos, flooding homes and vehicles and forcing school closures, as Greece remains under a severe weather warning issued by the national meteorological service

Storm Barbara hit Greece late Sunday, bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms, gale-force winds, and a sharp drop in temperatures through Tuesday.

Schools remain closed in Rhodes and Zakynthos because of severe weather, while Athens schools are shut for a local holiday. Authorities stress safety as top priority

On Zakynthos, schools remain closed as a precaution, while the General Secretariat for Civil Protection urges citizens to take self-protection measures against risks posed by the extreme conditions.

The EMY noted that the bulletin would be updated within 24 hours based on evolving weather conditions.

Passengers planning to travel by sea are advised to contact their local port authorities or travel agencies before departure to confirm the status of their scheduled journeys.

Heavy rain and wind lashed Paros, Mykonos, and Crete, while a tornado struck Rhodes, sweeping cars into the sea and causing widespread damage.