Severe Hailstorm Hits Egnatia Odos in Greece

Hailstorm Disrupts Traffic on Egnatia Odos near Siatista, Greece A severe thunderstorm with large hail caused significant disruption to traffic on the Egnatia Odos highway near the town of Siatista in Greece on June 5, 2025. A short video clip, shared on social media by Panagiotis Pliatsios, shows heavy rain and limited visibility due to the intensity of the hailstorm. "The hail was so big, it was like driving through a blizzard," Pliatsios said in a social media post. The storm caused concern among drivers and temporarily slowed traffic on this important transport route. Authorities reported no major accidents related to the storm. The incident serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of weather in the region and the importance of caution during severe weather events. While the disruption was temporary, the video highlights the power of the storm and the challenges it presented to drivers.