Yesterday ferry services were suspended from the ports of Piraeus, Lavrio and Rafina in Greece because of continued snow storms. Many roads were also closed in the capital and a handful of islands lost power.

Today, schools were closed and residents told to stay home where possible, but despite the continued snowfall there was a limited service from Piraeus. The islands of Skiathos, Skopelos, Alonissus, Andros and Tinos are still experiencing severe power failures that could take until Friday to restore.

A planned public services strike set for today was cancelled to help tackle the situation.

Flights however are operating as normal out of Athens International Airport.