Chios: rain enters airport passenger hall and floods roads
Rain on 12 October entered through the airport roof and led to water-pumping operations in town.
Heavy rain on the morning of Monday, 12 October 2026 caused problems at Chios airport and on local roads. This is a documented incident from 12 October, not newly confirmed damage today.
Water through the airport roof
According to ERT News's local report, water entered the check-in hall through the roof. Staff removed water and covered screening equipment to protect it.
Problems in town
The Fire Service, municipal water utility and Civil Protection intervened to pump water and clear drains. Local outlet Astraparis reported flooded roads in the centre, Farkaina and near the airport, along with electricity problems.
What the reports do not establish
The material checked does not confirm that the airport closed because of the rain or that specific flights were cancelled. It also provides no overall damage assessment or technical finding about the roof.
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