Visitors and residents are being urged to avoid travel to Zoniana, Livadia and the mountainous area of Mylopotamos in Rethymno as severe weather affects Crete this morning.
- Civil Protection issued the warning at 6:40 a.m. on October 1.
- Travel and visits to Zoniana, Livadia and the wider Mylopotamos mountain range should be avoided.
- Crete is experiencing a period of severe weather, with heavy rain, thunderstorms and very strong winds expected.
- Authorities are asking everyone to follow official safety instructions and avoid unnecessary movement in affected areas.
Mylopotamos Under Weather Warning
An emergency alert from Greece’s Civil Protection authorities early Thursday morning specifically warned against traveling to the villages of Zoniana and Livadia, as well as the mountainous area of Mylopotamos in the Regional Unit of Rethymno.
Authorities issued the alert at 06:40 on October 1, following worsening weather conditions across Crete.
The warning is particularly relevant for visitors planning mountain drives, sightseeing excursions or outdoor activities in the area. For now, the message from authorities is straightforward: do not make the trip.
Severe Weather Across Crete
The warning comes as Crete remains under an extended period of dangerous weather.
Civil Protection authorities have reported heavy rainfall and thunderstorms locally, particularly in Rethymno and Chania, with intense conditions potentially continuing at intervals through the morning of Sunday, October 4. Very strong northeasterly winds are also affecting the Aegean.
The Region of Crete has placed its civil protection mechanism under Red Code mobilisation, with emergency services and relevant authorities on increased readiness.
What Visitors Should Do
Anyone already in the Mylopotamos area should follow instructions from local authorities and avoid unnecessary movement while severe conditions are occurring.
Civil Protection advises people to stay away from streams and rivers, coastal areas, and exposed outdoor locations during dangerous weather. Drivers should never attempt to cross roads covered by floodwater.
For visitors, this is one of those mornings when the mountain village excursion can wait.
Argophilia Takeaway: If Zoniana, Livadia, or the Mylopotamos mountains are on your itinerary today, change it. The weather will still be there another day.
For official protective-action guidance, visitors can consult Greece’s Civil Protection guidance.
