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Powerful thunderstorm passes through North Corfu
CORFU. Extensive damage to municipal infrastructure, causing problems with water supply, roads and electricity.
Cretan festival in Spilia!
CORFU. The heart of Crete beats in Corfu for an unforgettable traditional evening on Thursday, 23 July.
10th Central Corfu Traditional Folk Dance Festival
CORFU. Friday, July 24, at 8:30 p.m. Old Kastellani Messi Amphitheatre.
Use of horse-drawn carriages strictly prohibited during periods of high temperatures
CORFU. First offence: Suspension of vehicle licence for fifteen days. Repeat offence: Suspension of vehicle licence for one month.
14th KORISSOS Sand Race – Entries open
CORFU. Saturday 5 September at 17:00 at Issos Beach. Registration online at korissos.gr.
Power cuts 22-23 July
The Hellenic Electricity Distribution Network Operator (DEDDIE) has announced that there will be power cuts on Wednesday 22 and Thursday 23 July in order to carry out necessary maintenance work.
Corfu splits up, Athens reunites
CORFU. The dissolution of the unified DIADEYAK was presented as a necessary adaptation to the new local government reality. Just a few months later, however, the same state is promoting large collaborative structures for water management. In the end, the problem was never the size of the organisation, but the lack of infrastructure projects.
How we should protect workers during a heatwave
ATHENS. The Greek General Confederation of Workers (GSEE) has released guidance on protecting workers from extreme heat, warning that heat stress is a serious occupational hazard for both outdoor and indoor workers. As exceptionally high temperatures persist, the Confederation has also reiterated its demand for binding workplace safety regulations instead of temporary government circulars.
Fire in Sfakera brought under control – Fire Service responds swiftly
CORFU. The fire broke out at around 1:00 p.m. in a rural area – Four firefighters and two fire engines were deployed to tackle it.
Access to forests and NATURA protected areas prohibited due to high wildfire risk in Corfu (20 July)
CORFU. Protection guidelines for the public.
Let’s Dance and Boogie! The ultimate summer disco party is coming to Koulines!
CORFU. On Saturday night, July 18, Koulines square will transform into an open-air disco — with Henry G on the decks.
Art from Rubbish by Kostas Koulouris: 400 objects come to life
CORFU. The innovative art exhibition will be held in Anemomylos from July 27 to August 6.
Twenty new fines for violations of cleanliness regulations
CORFU. Dumping waste outside bins remains the most common offence, even when the bins are empty.
΄Panigiri΄ for Agia Marina in Benitses
CORFU. July 16 and 17. The music programme will feature the band ‘Kerkyraiki Parea’.
Two missing young Italian tourists found safe after getting lost on path
CORFU. The 15th EMODE unit launched a swift, coordinated rescue operation on Thursday night to rescue the two young people.
Lifeguard protection at busy beaches
CORFU. Lifeguards are already in place and will be on duty at the beaches every day until 30 September, including Sundays and public holidays, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Authorities on high alert - access to certain areas prohibited tomorrow due to risk of wildfires
CORFU. For tomorrow, Friday, 17 July, the wildfire risk is forecast to be High (Category 3) for the Regional Unit of Corfu.
Temporary traffic restrictions on Armeni Vraila Street on Thursday, 16 July
CORFU. The road will be closed to traffic and parking prohibited.
