Category: Environment

In a matter of hours, summer turns to winter as the weather drastically changes from the pleasant days of Tuesday (18/03/2025). Temperatures are expected to plummet by up to 25 degrees in some areas, with snow even falling in lowland regions. Following the recent summer-like temperatures, extreme weather conditions will return across the country, bringing…

The heatwave peaked on Sunday, March 16th, with record temperatures for the month of March as reported by meteo. The temperature surpassed 33°C, reaching a high of 33.7°C in Sisi, Lasithi, setting a new record for March. Additionally, Malia in Heraklion recorded 33.2°C. The average maximum temperature across the country was 8-10°C above normal levels…

A fire broke out in a forested area in the Mylos region of Kokkari, Samos. A large-scale operation by the Fire Service is underway to extinguish the blaze. According to the Fire Service, the fire in Samos started earlier today (16.03.2025) in the afternoon. In an effort to control the fire, 30 firefighters, supported by…

The New Road and Central Road continue to demonstrate daily how they combine the essence of sustainability with business development and environmental protection, offering practical sustainability solutions in the concessions sector. For the 5th consecutive year, during the Green Brand Awards 2025 organized by Boussias Communications, New Road – Central Road received 4 significant distinctions,…

The battle against the fire that broke out on Thursday morning (March 13, 2025) continues in the Kalamitsi-Amygdali area of Apokoronas. According to the latest updates, firefighting forces have been reinforced significantly to tackle the blaze in the Apokoronas region of Chania. Specifically, 74 firefighters are working in three ground teams with 25 vehicles, and…

New research by Greek academics from the University of the Aegean and Aristotle University of Thessaloniki highlights the increasing intensity of marine heatwaves and atmospheric cyclones over the past 40 years. The study reveals a significant correlation between these phenomena, emphasizing how warmer sea temperatures fuel stronger atmospheric systems such as medicanes (Mediterranean hurricanes). Areas…

The Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport is proceeding with a new payment to beneficiaries under the ‘Electric Mobility III’ program. On Monday, March 10, 2025, €4,577,689.16 will be credited to the accounts of 1,448 beneficiaries of the ‘Electric Mobility III’ program through the 5th credit approval decision. Of this amount, €3,332,398.32 pertains to 1,258 individuals,…

An emergency response is underway as two fires broke out midday on Friday (07.03.2025). The fires on Zakynthos are burning through agricultural and forested areas, prompting a large-scale mobilization of firefighting resources. The first fire occurred in the Neratzoules area near the town of Zakynthos, while the second ignited on the northern side of the…

More than 80,000 households in Australia were without electricity today as Tropical Cyclone Alfred approached the country’s eastern shores, accompanied by destructive winds. As of Friday afternoon (local time), the cyclone was located 125 kilometers east of Brisbane, according to the government. The country’s meteorological service estimated that this first cyclone to hit the region…

The bird flu virus was detected in a dead Dalmatian pelican in the southern part of Kerkini Lake near Lithotopos in the Regional Unit of Serres, as announced by the Directorate of Veterinary Services – Department of Animal Health and Veterinary Control, Medicines and Practices of Central Macedonia Region. The virus in the dead pelican…

The trend of record-breaking climate events continued in February 2025, with global ice levels at their lowest ever recorded and Earth’s temperatures at an all-time high. Following the catastrophic climate events of 2024, the winter of 2025 saw significant melting of polar ice caps, underscoring the relentless progression of global warming. According to the monthly…

The states of North and South Carolina are under a ‘red flag warning’ as firefighting authorities battle 175 wildfires that erupted on Saturday (01.03.2025). The wildfires, fueled by strong winds and dry conditions overnight, have threatened homes and prompted evacuations in many areas. Ongoing operations are underway to tackle more than 175 wildfires that have…