A powerful storm system named "Adel" has pounded western Greece, turning streets into rivers, flooding homes, and forcing authorities to issue emergency "112" alerts urging residents to shelter in place.
Corfu bore the brunt of the initial onslaught.
Torrential rain overwhelmed drainage systems, flooding major districts including Potamos, Alepou, and Kontokali. Conditions were so severe that a flight from Athens was forced to return to the capital after high winds and poor visibility made landing unsafe.
Even the island's political leadership was affected; the Corfu Municipal Council was forced to abandon a scheduled session after water began pouring through the ceiling of its assembly hall.
The Fire Service reported being inundated with calls to pump water from homes, businesses, and a pharmaceutical warehouse.
Police shut down several thoroughfares, including the Spiros Peroulakis road, after a torrent rendered it impassable.
Reinforcements from the 5th EMAK disaster unit and additional engines from Arta have been deployed to assist local crews.
On the mainland, the storm struck the region of Aitoloakarnania.
In the village of Zeugraki, floodwaters surged into homes after a nearby stream overflowed, forcing municipal crews to use heavy machinery to clear debris.
Authorities in the municipality of Xiromero and across Corfu announced that schools will remain closed Thursday.
Meteorologists warned that Adel is expected to intensify through Friday, raising fears of further hydrological damage in already saturated regions.