Most drowned farm animals have been removed in Thessaly, says minister
The removal of dead farm animals in Thessaly is 75% complete, Deputy Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Evangelos Tournas said in Parliament on Monday.
Curtis on Tour | Athens | September 29 – October 1
Curtis on Tour, The Nina von Maltzahn global touring initiative of the Curtis Institute of Music, returns to Athens, where students, faculty, and alumni of the private conservatory in Philadelphia have appeared annually since 2015.
Emergency apparatus on alert ahead of storm Elias, says minister
The state’s emergency apparatus is on high alert ahead of the onset of storm Elias, Climate Change and Civil Protection Minister Vassilis Kikilias has said. The fire service, the Special Disaster Response Unit (EMAK), armed forces, police and the Thessaly Regional Authority are all on high alert, added Kikilias.
European response
From Lampedusa to the eastern Aegean, the signs are growing that a big new refugee wave is heading to Europe.
Storm Elias caused Athens-Patra national road to close
Storm Elias caused serious problems on Monday after heavy rain and hail.
Opening Nights | Athens | September 27 – October 9
The 29th Athens International Film Festival Opening Nights (en.aiff.gr) will introduce audiences to some of the best independent productions of the year.
Anesthesiologist found guilty of girl’s death in routine surgery
A three-member Court of Misdemeanors in eastern Crete found an anesthesiologist guilty for the death of a four-year-old girl who died during an adenoidectomy in December 2015.
KYSEA to discuss migration on Tuesday
Greece’s Council for Foreign Affairs and Defense (KYSEA), the top decision-making body on foreign affairs and defense matters, will convene on Tuesday to discuss migration.
Rafale squadron in ‘full operational readiness’ after evaluation
The 332nd Squadron in Tanagra Air Base that hosts, among other planes, Greece’s Rafale F3R fleet, shows a “very high level of professionalism and preparedness,” the Hellenic Air Force General Staff said on Monday, following an inspection by a team of the Tactical Air Headquarters.
Fire at Rhodope mountains under partial control
A fire broke out early on Monday in the area of Thamna in the Rhodope mountains. The fire has been brought under partial control.