Several hikers were trapped in the Samaria gorge in Crete on Tuesday when the river that crosses the National Park overflowed, making it impossible and dangerous to cross the gorge.
The gorge guards were immediately notified and mobilized in order to help the trapped hikers, with the help of nearby village residents and Greek firemen. After a while, they were able to reach the hikers and lead them to safety in the Samaria settlement, where they will stay overnight.
According to the Head of the Chania Region Civil Protection, Tasos Kouroupakis, all the hikers are in good health and safe. As soon as the weather clears, they will be led out of the gorge.
The Forest Directorate of Chania announced that the extreme weather phenomena damaged the crossing infrastructure, as well as the reception area, therefore the gorge will remain closed on Wednesday, May 13, so the location can be checked and restored.
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