Despite heavy rainfall, Athens’ reservoirs remain critically low, prompting continued water-shortage warnings.

Western Attica towns, including Mandra, face heavy flooding again from Storm Byron. Experts point to extreme rainfall, sudden water surges, and debris-filled streams as key factors, highlighting the limits of existing flood protection efforts

On Thursday, Dec. 4, the Ministry of Labor issued a broad advisory outlining mandatory protective measures for employees in regions expected to be hit hard by the storm.

Authorities remain on high alert nationwide as severe flooding, landslides, and vehicles swept away by fast-moving waters have been recorded in several regions.

Protesting farmers intensified blockades on major highways and border crossings, causing severe traffic disruption and leaving hundreds of trucks stranded as demonstrations spread across multiple regions

Severe flooding from Storm Byron has hindered travel across Greece, prompting public-sector absences, telework recommendations and strict safety rules for private employers, especially for outdoor and delivery workers

Taxis in Athens will be available from 6 a.m. on Friday, December 5, to facilitate transport access.

Local authorities announced that all schools in Attica will remain closed on Wednesday due to the severe weather

Multiple island municipalities ordered all schools shut on Friday as Storm Byron brings severe rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds, with authorities citing safety concerns amid red-level weather warnings.

Storm Byron batters Greece with floods, landslides, and heavy rain; schools in Attica will remain closed on Friday. Authorities warn citizens to stay vigilant.

Greece faces widespread heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds as authorities place ten regions under the highest civil-protection alert and warn citizens to avoid unnecessary travel.