The Regional Governor of the South Aegean, Giorgos Chatzimarkos, has approved the integration of a project aimed at enhancing the tourist experience in the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Medieval City of Rhodes. The initiative, entitled ‘Digital Tour Guide…
Recent testimonies from rescued migrants in Rhodes reveal a harrowing incident where two individuals, including a minor, lost their lives at sea. The alleged traffickers, aged 28 and 21, reportedly assaulted the migrants and forced them into the water as…
A shipwreck involving refugees and migrants occurred today in the Bay of Ladiko, Rhodes. At least two bodies have been discovered, and the coast guard has rescued 63 individuals. Search operations for the missing are being conducted by a patrol…
A 34-year-old man, along with two accomplices aged 24 and 36, has been charged in a drug trafficking case in Rhodes. The 34-year-old was found in possession of 180 grams of cocaine, 40 grams of cutting agent, 1,740 euros, and…
The Epiphany celebrations were held in Rhodes with traditional fervor, where the Metropolitan of Rhodes, Kyrillos, officiated the water blessing ceremony. Participants included representatives from local authorities, a military contingent, and the local Philharmonic, as brave souls dived into the…
Two minor earthquakes were detected in Rhodes overnight, primarily affecting the eastern side of the island. The first quake, measuring 4.0 on the Richter scale, occurred at 3:30 AM, with an epicenter 10 km north-northwest of Archangelos. A subsequent quake…
A magnitude 3.9 earthquake occurred at 3:30 AM near Rhodes, Greece, with its epicenter located six kilometers north-northwest of Lindos and a focal depth of 10.5 kilometers, according to the Geodynamic Institute of Athens. Source
The local authority of Rhodes has decided to close both traffic streams in the Kato Petres area for safety reasons following landslides caused by heavy rainfall. Additionally, the pedestrian path in Kato Petres will also be closed. The Rhodes Municipality…
Strong rainfall on Rhodes Island last night resulted in significant disruptions, primarily affecting the road network. Flooding was reported in several areas, including Linídios and the city of Rhodes, leading to landslides and road closures. The Fire Service received four…
Residents of Rhodes received an emergency alert via the 112 system regarding severe weather conditions, particularly heavy rainfall, urging them to limit movement. This alert followed a request from the mayor and activated emergency response teams. The alert specifically instructs…
Argiro Margaroni, an educator from Rhodes, balances her teaching responsibilities with various activities, including scuba diving, rescue work, and photography. She emphasizes the importance of experiential learning and aims to evolve and share her knowledge and experiences with her community….
The Southern Aegean region faced severe weather conditions in 2024 as storm ‘Bora’ swept through Rhodes, leaving widespread destruction and leading to a traffic ban. The storm has raised concerns among residents and officials about future weather patterns and preparedness….
