Kefalonia news: information about important events, COVID-19 situation in Kefalonia

If, while in Kefalonia, you decide to take a test for the coronavirus COVID-19, contact the medical center located at:

Adreatou Spiridoula, Leoforos vergoti 40, Argostoli.

 

The COVID-19 testing costs 130 eur.

Please note that pre-registration is required. You can contact the center by phone:

 +302671028280

 

 

As reported by the local press, one more person was tested positively for COVID-19 coronavirus. Thus, since the beginning of the epidemic, totally 20 persons were tested positively. All had non or light symptoms. Everyone spent the required time in self-isolation.

 

On Thursday and Friday, September 17 and 18, 2020, Kefalonia found itself at the epicenter of the strongest cyclone the island has ever seen. The storm was named Ianos.

 

The hurricane wind caused serious damage to roads, buildings, property. Many areas were left and still are without water and electricity.

 

Assos, Fiskardo, Sami, Karavamilos suffered the most. Huge damage was caused by mudflows from the mountains, where mud and stones ruined embankments, crashed cars, destroyed roads.

 

The restoration work began immediately, with equipment and labor from the mainland.

Nevertheless, the disaster practically did not affect some regions. These include, for example, Lourdata, Spartia where the consequences are almost imperceptible. Therefore, if you are planning a trip in the near future, we advise you to choose this town.

 

Below are some of the apartments, studios and villas in Lourdata, Spartia and nearby, ready to accommodate guests in September and October 2020:

 

 

 

We strongly advise you to inquire about how damaged the region is before booking a hotel.

 

Write to us, we will be happy to provide you with any information about Kefalonia.

 

To keep abreast of the main events that can affect the quality of your holiday on the island, we advise you to periodically check at our news page.

Kefalonia found itself practically at the epicenter of the strongest cyclone, which was named Ianos. On Friday 18 September 2020, island residents and guests are strongly advised to refrain from traveling and walking, either on foot or by car.

Unfortunately, the road to the charismatic Koroni Beach is closed. It is not clear yet whether the passage will be allowed and when.

Since the beginning of the epidemic, 19 persons were tested positively for COVID-19 coronavirus. None of them was hospitalized, all had non or light symptoms.