00:00The moment flash floods hit the Greek island of Crete.
00:22An elderly farmer was reportedly killed and a number of infrastructures were severely damaged.
00:27after a powerful storm triggered flash floods on the Greek island of Crete on Thursday, October 1, 2026 local time.
00:34Several others suffered injuries or required hospital treatment.
00:38including a husband and wife who were reportedly injured when a bridge collapsed.
00:44The Greek meteorological agency has issued an emergency red alert until Sunday 4 October 2026
00:49as the island continues to be hit by extreme weather.
00:52Flash floods have also caused significant damage to roads, property and agriculture.
00:57and forced the closure of several schools across the island.
01:01In the video circulating on social media, a strong current can be seen crashing down the road.
01:05and take the parked cars.
01:08Teams from the city government and firefighters
01:10has responded to hundreds of calls to pump water,
01:13clearing heavy debris, and repairing blocked roads.
01:16Thank You.
