Deadly floods hit Rhodes as Essex flights continue operating

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 14 Oct, 20:59 · Archive

Torrential rain on Rhodes killed a man and caused widespread flooding, but flights from Stansted to the Greek island remain scheduled.

Torrential rain caused severe flooding across Rhodes on Wednesday 14 October, with roads and rivers overflowing. A 62-year-old man died after a torrent of water swept his car onto a beach near a seaside village about 30 kilometres from Rhodes town. The Greek coast guard reported that four vehicles had been washed away by floodwater.

Rhodes has eight direct flights a week from Stansted Airport in Essex, operated by Jet2, Ryanair and TUI. Despite the serious conditions on the island, none of these flights have been cancelled, though passengers are advised to check directly with their airline before travelling.

Authorities on Rhodes and other Aegean islands issued an emergency alert to residents and visitors at around 10.44am on Wednesday, urging them to restrict travel to essential journeys and follow official instructions. Flooded roads have caused widespread disruption across the island. Part of the road between Archangelos and Malona was closed, and bus services to Faliraki were suspended.

Deadly floods hit Rhodes as Essex flights continue operating — Image: Colchester Gazette

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Warning as deadly floods hit popular holiday spot with multiple Stansted flightsRhodes flooding warning issued after torrential rain kills one on October 14. Travel is restricted, while Stansted flights by Jet2, Ryanair and TUI remain scheduled.Colchester Gazette · 14 Oct, 20:17
Warning as deadly floods hit popular holiday spot with multiple Stansted flightsRhodes flooding warning issued after torrential rain kills one on October 14. Travel is restricted, while Stansted flights by Jet2, Ryanair and TUI remain scheduled.Echo (Basildon) · 14 Oct, 20:17
Warning as deadly floods hit popular holiday spot with multiple Stansted flightsRhodes flooding warning issued after torrential rain kills one on October 14. Travel is restricted, while Stansted flights by Jet2, Ryanair and TUI remain scheduled.Brentwood Guardian · 14 Oct, 20:17

In this story: Rhodes · Stansted Airport · Jet2 · Ryanair · TUI · Aegean Sea

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