Tragedy Strikes Limnos: Farmer's Life Lost to Flash Floods

A 57-year-old livestock farmer lost his life to flash floods on the Greek island of Limnos. He was swept away by a torrent while trying to free his car from mud. The fire brigade received numerous calls for assistance as severe weather conditions gripped the region.

A devastating incident unfolded on the Greek island of Limnos as flash floods claimed the life of a 57-year-old livestock farmer. The man, identified by local officials, was attempting to extricate his vehicle from the mud when a surge of water swept him away in the Kontias region.

The Fire Brigade, responding to the crisis, reported that they had recovered the farmer's body near his car. This tragic event is part of a series of calls they received to pump water from inundated buildings across the island.

As severe weather continues to lash Greece, the civil protection service has issued stern warnings about heavy rains, thunderstorms, and gale-force winds expected to hit Central and Northern Greece over the weekend, urging residents to take necessary precautions.

(With inputs from agencies.)