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Lassithi Plateau: Floods recede, damage remains as farming season hangs in balance

Monday, 12 October 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

Heavy rainfall has flooded cultivable areas across Lassithi Plateau, leaving substantial damage as waters recede. The extent of crop loss and soil impact remains unclear, with the upcoming cultivation season now at risk. The plateau, a popular highland tourist destination known for its traditional villages and landscape, has been significantly affected by the severe weather system. Local farmers face considerable uncertainty about spring plantings as water drainage continues and damage assessment proceeds.

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