The death toll from flash floods that have devastated areas around the Greek capital Athens has hit 15, according to the Greek Health Ministry, CNN reports.
Yianna Krikouki, mayor of Mandra, one of the most affected areas north-west of Athens, said residents "were trapped in their homes, the water is one meter (3 feet) high inside some houses, and (they) have no electricity and water."
Speaking on Greek radio, she said that there was "nothing standing in the entire area of Mandra" and the town is "now mourning its lost fellow citizens."
A state of emergency has been declared in the West Attica region, where Mandra is located. Parts of the national highway system have been destroyed and many roads remain shut.
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras declared Wednesday a day of national mourning.
As many as 86 people have been rescued from flood waters, with the injured transported to hospital.