Snow storms hit Greece

Ferry services and roads have been hit by snow storms in the Greek capital of Athens and in other parts of the country.

According to a BBC report, Greeks have been warned to make only vital journeys as the severe weather causes widespread traffic chaos.

Some drivers around Athens had to endure traffic jams of up to nine miles overnight.

The snow and gale force winds struck late yesterday, just at the end of a bank holiday weekend in the country.

There have been power cuts on a number of the islands, in Athens and in other parts of the mainland.

The ports of Piraeus, Lavrio and Rafina are closed, but according to the Athens Airport website flights are currently operating as normal.

The cold weather is expected continue into tomorrow, with overnight temperatures in Athens due to dip just below zero.

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