Torrential rain causes severe flooding on Greek island of Rhodes

Floodwaters swept away vehicles and debris on the Greek island of Rhodes early on Monday, 2 November, following heavy rain. Euronews, Informat.ro, and Gazeta Express all reported that torrential rains caused the flooding, which left cars and trucks partly submerged as water rushed through streets. Euronews reported that the floodwaters hit the eastern village of Archangelos. [1][4][6]

Euronews reported that dozens of homes and businesses were affected by the flooding, with Archangelos reporting the worst damage. Water carried rubbish bins and debris through the streets, and local authorities were assessing the full extent of the destruction. DW.com reported that one person died on Rhodes during the severe storms. [1][3]

Informat.ro and Gazeta Express both reported that local schools were closed as a result of the major flooding across the island. [4][6]

Although rainfall had eased by Monday morning, meteorologists warned that further showers and thunderstorms were possible on the island, according to Euronews. [1]