Uncontrolled construction in Greek capital has led to many streams being concreted over, leaving rivers no outlet to the sea Chaotic urban planning and illegal construction in Athens played a central role in the deadly flash floods that killed 20 people last week, experts in Greece have claimed as authorities pledged emergency funding for victimsmade homeless by the disaster. About 1,000 owners of homes and businesses are eligible for the assistance, according to government engineers dispatched to inspect the buildings. Related: From Miami to Shanghai: 3C of warming will leave world cities below sea level Related: Battered by extreme weather, Americans are more worried about climate change | Dana Nuccitelli Continue reading...
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