Authorities have warned that the majority of mainland Greece and many Aegean and Ionian islands are at high risk of wildfires on Wednesday, July 23, including the islands of Thassos and Rhodes. The public is asked to be extra vigilant and careful, especially when disposing of cigarettes. […]
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July 19 – Meteorologists are warning that a major and sustained heat wave with temperatures reaching 43° Celsius (109.4° Fahrenheit) is about to affect many areas of Greece. Tomorrow, Sunday, July 20, will see temperatures start to increase, reaching 38°C. However, today, local showers and isolated storms are forecast for the central and northern regions. […]
The Greek National Agency for Public Health guidelines for keeping safe during heat waves:- Stay in shady and cool places away from crowds. Avoid heavy physical work, especially when temperatures and humidity are excessive. Do not engage in physical exercise (eg walking or running) for any extended period under the sun. Wear light, comfortable and […]
May 1 each year marks the start of the restrictions on both locals and visitors to Greece to prevent wildfires during the summer season. Contravention of the rules can incur heavy fines, or even imprisonment. The vast majority of wildfires are caused by people! The rules in place are:- Fires to dispose of household and […]
In Greece, as in other Mediterranean countries, you will see white gossamer balls hanging from pine trees. DO NOT TOUCH either the nests, or any caterpillars that may be around. These are the nests of the caterpillar of the Pine Processionary Moth and can be very dangerous to humans and especially animals. You may also […]
In Greece, the high-season surge in tourists to the Greek islands is once again creating problems and concerns for both the local inhabitants and visitors, as the islands’ infrastructures are being stretched to breaking point by the rise in the number of tourists year on year. Many islands are suffering from water shortages due to […]
Whilst on holiday, you can experience a totally free light show, as the next three months are the best times to see the utterly amazing sight of the billions of stars in our galaxy, the Milky Way, without the aid of optical equipment. First, on a clear moonless night, find a totally dark location, devoid […]
If you are driving during your holiday in Greece, please be careful where you park the car. Many of the roads, especially in villages, are narrow, yet are used by buses and both commercial and emergency vehicles. Choose a place to park where there is ample space for a large vehicle to pass and does […]
No matter how much you love the heat on holiday, high temperatures can leave you tossing and turning, searching in vain for a good night’s sleep. People tend to sleep best when the temperature in the bedroom is between 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit, which can be difficult to maintain when the temperature is above 80 […]
