Athens Times

Category: Disaster

  • Devastating Earthquake in Myanmar: Satellite Images Reveal Extent of Destruction

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    Entire city blocks have been reduced to rubble in Myanmar following the massive 7.7 magnitude earthquake, leaving behind only debris. As satellite images reveal, the quake has turned countless buildings, roads, bridges, and even the international airport of the capital into dust. The devastation extends across hundreds of kilometers, showcasing absolute destruction in Myanmar. According…

  • Massive Earthquake in Myanmar: Greek Witness Describes ‘Biblical Disaster’

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    The accounts provided by a Greek resident in Thailand are shocking regarding the powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck on Friday morning (28.03.25) in Myanmar, describing it as a ‘biblical disaster’ with many fatalities and massive material damage. Basil Stergiou, a Greek entrepreneur living in Thailand, who was fortunately in Phuket at the time, stated that…

  • Heraklion: Total Destruction of V.I.P.E Business After Massive Fire – Building at Risk of Collapse

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    The woodworking business ‘Kopidaki’ in the Industrial Area of Heraklion suffered total destruction following a fire that broke out on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. The blaze consumed raw materials and machinery, while the building is now at risk of collapse due to the extreme temperatures reached during the incident, according to cretapost.gr. As dawn broke,…

  • Fire Destroys Recycling Plant in Ritsona: ‘It Has Highly Flammable Materials’ Says Mayor

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    The fire continues to burn uncontrollably at the recycling plant in Ritsona, which has been completely destroyed. Thick black smoke has engulfed the surrounding area. While the cause of the fire remains unclear, strong firefighting forces are on site, including 36 firefighters, 10 vehicles, and two aerial firefighting arms, with additional support from water-dropping aircraft.…