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Lasithi Plateau hit by devastating floods, agriculture severely damaged

Saturday, 10 October 2026/Source: Flashnews/1 min read

Lasithi Plateau, a major agricultural area in eastern Crete, experienced catastrophic flooding that destroyed approximately 80% of potato crops and 50% of vegetable cultivation. Local residents organized a sit-in protest in response to the disaster. The economic impact on the region's agricultural economy has been described as enormous. The flooding raises concerns about infrastructure resilience and may affect local food production and supply chains supporting residents and tourism services. Visitors planning trips to eastern Crete should monitor local conditions as there may be disruptions to local services and availability of regional products.

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