Greek authorities warn of a sharp deterioration in the weather later this week.

Heavy rains are expected, as well as sea storms.

A Mediterranean cyclone called Genesis will pass through Greece in the next two days, BNR reports.

The media broadcast emergency messages with warnings and advice to prevent possible dangerous weather events. 

Flood in Blagoevgrad, central boulevard is closed to traffic

People living on the ground floors are invited to place barriers in front of the front doors and close the windows tightly to prevent flooding.

Do not cross flooded streets, travel only when absolutely necessary and carefully, following the orders of the police.

Tourists are urged not to approach the beach with information about the approach of the cyclone.

According to weather forecasters, tonight's storm covered the northern part of the country and the islands in the Aegean Sea.

At risk, the movement of ferries will be stopped.

The Civil Protection, Fire and Police Forces in Greece are on high alert.

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