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Greece Braces for "Coral" Cold Wave: Heavy Snow, Strong Winds Expected
Greece and Southeastern Europe face a significant cold wave, "Coral," from February 19th–24th, with temperatures dropping 8–10°C in Northern and Eastern Greece, accompanied by strong winds (7–8 Beaufort) and heavy snowfall across many regions.
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- How can Greece improve its resilience to future extreme cold weather events like "Coral"?
- The "Coral" cold wave highlights the region's vulnerability to extreme weather events. Future infrastructure improvements to address cold weather impacts and better forecasting capabilities could help mitigate damage and disruption caused by similar events.
- What are the immediate impacts of the "Coral" cold wave on Greece and surrounding regions?
- A strong cold wave, named "Coral," will sweep across Greece and Southeastern Europe from Wednesday until Monday, causing temperatures to drop 8–10°C in Northern and Eastern Greece, with the lowest temperatures expected on the weekend. High winds (7–8 Beaufort) and snow are also predicted.
- What are the predicted weather conditions, including temperature and snowfall, for different areas of Greece during this cold wave?
- This cold snap will bring significant disruptions, including potential travel delays and power outages. The heaviest snowfall is expected in northern, central, and eastern mainland Greece, as well as the Aegean islands and Crete. The intensity will peak towards the weekend.
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The article describes a significant cold wave with heavy snowfall, directly impacting weather patterns and potentially increasing energy demands for heating, thus negatively affecting climate action goals.