Winter catastrophe in pictures
It rained 41 hours constantly one time this winter. And that was not the only storm that came over western Crete. I collected some pictures to give an impression of what extreme weather does (copyright to the respected owners).
Χορτα – Greens
Here on Crete is growing a lot of plants that are served as χορτα (greens) for food. All of them have different names that do not translate very well. You will recognise oregano and nettle. Here are some pictures so…
Still no help for Innachorio
Two weeks ago Innachorio was hit by torrential rain. Media from all over the world covered the collapse of the old bridge in Alikianos, local infrastructure was devastated. Now we are still waiting for equipment to clear the roads, concrete…
Catastrofe on Western Crete
In the last 2 months western Crete was hit twice by biblical rainfall causing bridges and road to collapse, isolated villages and got a lot of animals on the run. This post tries to show you some of the damages…
Topolia tunnel is open again
Following the devastating rains of last week, the tunnel of Topolia is accessible again for most traffic. Local government is repairing the damage.
Vasilopita in Vlatos
This Sunday, February 24th at 12:00 at the main church in Vlatos, the cultural society will be cutting the cake to celebrate the new year.