01/11/2023
Dear friends, our team is in Thessaly again.
In September Storm “Daniel” flooded 720 square kilometers of mostly prime farmland and completely destroyed crops in central Greece. Hundreds of buildings were flooded, the backbone of the country's railways, roads and bridges were destroyed, and tens of thousands of farm animals drowned. The consequences of this disaster in one of the most productive regions of Greece will affect the entire country and, among other things, lead to rising prices and shortages of basic foods, experts estimate.
The great wave of sympathy and willingness from our friends and companions to help was overwhelming. Thanks to this support, our team was on site with the most necessary relief supplies just a few days after the flood disaster, stayed there for 4 weeks in September and returned now with lots of supplies.
40 Greccolinos and chocolate changed hands today. We received a drawing from each child as a thank you. It was good to hear children's laughter. Even if it was just for a short moment.
We delivered hygiene products, washing and cleaning products, diapers, baby food to the Parapotamos social center.
Seeing how happy the people here are just for a little help makes up for the sad thoughts and bewilderment of a desolate, dead country.
A big thank you to all the helpers, donors and supporters who are supporting the people here in extreme need and desperation!
We are aware of how work-intensive, stressful and mentally challenging the situation is for everyone. But together, and only together, we can create a little hope and relief for these people.
Erwin & Team Griechenlandhilfe
