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Severe Weather Hits Rhodes, Sea Surges onto Roads

Published January 22, 2026, 10:50

Severe weather has swept through Rhodes, causing significant problems at the port. Strong waves brought the sea onto the coastal road, hindering traffic and movement. A ship from the SAOS company had to battle stormy winds to safely dock. Fishing boats also sustained damage from collisions due to strong gusts. The National Meteorological Service (EMY) forecasts increased cloud cover, rain, and thunderstorms in the Dodecanese islands, with winds potentially reaching 8 to 10 Beaufort in the southern areas.