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07/07/23
« on: Friday, 07 July, 2023 @ 03:04:43 »
Kef fire risk 07/07/23: High

Today’s bank rates:
1 €UR = £0.8787 GBP
1 €UR = $1.1226 USD
£1 GBP = 1.1380 €UR
$1 USD = 0.8908 €UR

Based on Alpha Bank exchange rates, these are widely used by exchange agencies in Greece.
Other banks likely to offer a different rate which may be marginally higher or lower.
Banks and foreign exchange offices normally charge standard 2% commission.
You may get a better rate changing your holiday money in advance at e.g the
Post Office.
NB: some f-ex agencies advertise "No Commission".
Invariably, they deduct commission before they (don't) advertise the rate.
Foreign exchange offices are businesses, not charities.


Ten day weather forecast for Kefalonia:
This is an overall forecast, due to the mountainous terrain the weather can be very localised.
Updated forecast @
weather.com

Day, Date   Hi°/Lo°   Wind sp   Wet   Forecast
Fri 07/07   30°/22°   30 km/h   03%   Sunny, winds probable
Sat 08/07   29°/21°   29 km/h   10%   Sunny, winds possible
Sun 09/07   30°/22°   18 km/h   08%   Sunny
Mon 10/07   29°/22°   17 km/h   07%   Sunny
Tue 11/07   31°/23°   17 km/h   05%   Sunny
Wed 12/07   31°/24°   19 km/h   05%   Sunny
Thu 13/07   32°/25°   20 km/h   05%   Sunny
Fri 14/07   32°/25°   20 km/h   05%   Sunny
Sat 15/07   33°/26°   19 km/h   03%   Sunny
Sun 16/07   33°/25°   19 km/h   03%   Sunny


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Re: 07/07/23
« Reply #1 on: Friday, 07 July, 2023 @ 03:34:19 »
Body of an 81 y-o Greek female recovered early yesterday from the beach at Agios Isidoros, Antikyra, Gulf of Corinth.

Body of a 74 y-o Greek male recovered midday yesterday from Vathes beach, Souvala, Aegina.

Body of a 71 y-o Greek female recovered midday yesterday from the sea at Perias, Thessaloniki.

Body of a 68 y-o foreign male recovered midday yesterday from the sea off Kardamena, Kos.

Body of an 84 y-o Greek female recovered yesterday afternoon from the sea off the central beach at Saronida, Saronikos, Attica.

Body of an unidentified male, approx. 75 y-o, recovered yesterday afternoon from Ofryniou beach, Pangaio, Kavala.

Body of a 72 y-o Greek female recovered yesterday afternoon from Dionysios beach, Propontidas, Halkidiki.

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Re: 07/07/23
« Reply #2 on: Friday, 07 July, 2023 @ 03:39:10 »
VIKENTIOS DAMODOS briefly prohibited by the Port Authority from crossing Argostoli - Lixouri around midday yesterday after the captain reported damage to the ramp. Allowed to continue after repair and re-certification as seaworthy. No injuries or marine pollution.

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Re: 07/07/23
« Reply #3 on: Friday, 07 July, 2023 @ 12:14:41 »
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ATV accident claims life of 19-year-old man on Zakynthos

A 19-year-old man from Scotland lost his life on the island of Zakynthos in an incident involving an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) on Friday. The four-wheeler veered off its intended path and overturned, resulting in a fatal injury to the rider.

The co-passenger, a British national of the same age, only suffered minor injuries during the incident.

Eyewitnesses who spoke to ERT state broadcaster reported that both individuals involved were wearing helmets and were traveling at a low speed. According to the same report, the driver attempted a sudden maneuver, causing the ATV to overturn and tragically leading to the rider’s fatal injuries.
https://www.ekathimerini.com/news/1214909/atv-accident-claims-life-of-19-year-old-man-on-zakynthos/

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Re: 07/07/23
« Reply #4 on: Friday, 07 July, 2023 @ 12:22:30 »
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Greece: Fire in Markopoulos
4 aircraft and 4 helicopters are operating – No houses are threatened
https://en.protothema.gr/greece-fire-in-markopoulos/

Not Markopoulo on Kef


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Re: 07/07/23
« Reply #5 on: Friday, 07 July, 2023 @ 13:26:41 »
A small fire in the Omala valley earlier today extinguished before it became a big fire.

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Re: 07/07/23
« Reply #6 on: Friday, 07 July, 2023 @ 13:29:33 »
Rural doctor service available between 10:00-13:00 on Monday, 10 July, in Karavados. Face masks and social distancing still required.
 

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Re: 07/07/23
« Reply #7 on: Friday, 07 July, 2023 @ 15:20:33 »
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Final Ford Fiesta rolls off production line in Cologne

The last Ford Fiesta will roll off the production line on Friday bringing to an end almost 50 years of history which made it the UK's best-selling car.

First manufactured in 1976 it became an instant hit with those wanting smaller, more efficient cars. More than 22 million have been produced globally.

Despite a huge choice in brands more Fiestas have been sold in the UK than any other car model, and it was the country's best-selling vehicle every year between 2009 and 2020.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66130803

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Re: 07/07/23
« Reply #8 on: Friday, 07 July, 2023 @ 16:20:56 »
Municipality of Sami has signed a contract valued at 2,730,108 euros for improvement of rural roads in the municipality.

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Re: 07/07/23
« Reply #9 on: Friday, 07 July, 2023 @ 16:22:32 »
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Mitsotakis promises new aircraft, helicopters and other equipment for fire service
https://www.ekathimerini.com/news/1214913/mitsotakis-promises-new-aircraft-helicopters-and-other-equipment-for-fire-service/

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Re: 07/07/23
« Reply #10 on: Friday, 07 July, 2023 @ 18:50:23 »
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Owner of Corfu carriage horse that died on street fined €30,000

The owner of a horse that collapsed and died while pulling a tourist carriage through a Corfu street has been arrested and fined 30,000 euros, according to a report by state broadcaster ERT.

The animal died on a public road around noon on Thursday as residents and visitors looked on.

The animal was reportedly suffering from a chronic lung condition, making it unsuitable for carriage work.
https://www.ekathimerini.com/news/1214919/owner-of-corfu-carriage-horse-that-died-on-street-fined-e30000/

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Re: 07/07/23
« Reply #11 on: Friday, 07 July, 2023 @ 18:52:31 »
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Rhodes taxi drivers block disembarkation of Uber vehicles

Taxi drivers on Rhodes have said they are determined to escalate protests after more than 200 taxi drivers gathered at the island’s port to block the disembarkation of about 25 cars they say are from a company that cooperates with Uber.
https://www.ekathimerini.com/news/1214915/rhodes-taxi-drives-block-disembarkation-of-uber-vehicles/

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Re: 07/07/23
« Reply #12 on: Friday, 07 July, 2023 @ 18:56:15 »
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Mykonos: Crime forces open the first safe deposit box rental shop in Greece!

In Mykonos, two businessmen had an original idea for the tourists and residents of the island, especially with the recent spate of crimes. They created the first safe deposit box rental shop in Greece for those who feel insecure when carrying valuables with them.
https://greekcitytimes.com/2023/07/07/mykonos-crime-forces-open-box/

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Re: 07/07/23
« Reply #13 on: Friday, 07 July, 2023 @ 19:01:52 »
Strange occurrence on Zakynthos earlier today: a tour coach left the road just as it approached a small bridge and landed on its side a few feet below the road. No passengers on board at the time, driver shocked but uninjured.

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Re: 07/07/23
« Reply #14 on: Friday, 07 July, 2023 @ 21:26:14 »
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Thessaloniki: firefighter dies during operation

A 40-year-old firefighter has died in Thessaloniki while on duty and extinguishing a fire.

The firefighter was part of a contingent that had been called to extinguish a fire in dry grass.

According to a local news site, the firefighter suffered a fatal heart attack during the operation.
https://www.ekathimerini.com/news/1214924/thessaloniki-firefighter-dies-during-operation/