Kallianos reiterates that while the heat will be typical of a Greek July, it will not reach hazardous levels for most people
Retailers have the option to open their stores on the first Sunday of the sales period, which this year falls on July 20.
Increased occupancy rates, the return of travelers, and the cost-effectiveness of ferry transport all suggest a potentially stronger third quarter for Greece's ferry operators
To minimize disruption for passengers, Hellenic Train will operate replacement bus services.
At the port of Rethymno, migrants wait in long lines for identification. Their phones are collected on a sheet spread across the asphalt. Exhausted, many collapse in the heat. Some faint
Residents in the surrounding area were urged to stay indoors and seal windows and doors to minimize exposure to the hazardous fumes
According to meteorological data, the weather pattern responsible for the increased fire risk is expected to persist at least until July 20. The combination of rising temperatures, dry air, and strong winds could significantly worsen conditions each day
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the cause of the fire or the woman’s current condition
The ferry operator has announced that it will make alternative arrangements to transport all passengers to their intended destinations
Authorities remain on high alert as efforts to control the fire continue under challenging weather conditions
The motive behind the attack has not yet been disclosed, and authorities are actively working to apprehend the suspect
Upon landing, the woman was transferred by ambulance from the National Emergency Aid Centre (EKAV) for further medical treatment. Her current condition has not been disclosed
The captain was taken into custody on Friday and is facing charges for endangering maritime safety under Article 291 of the Greek Penal Code
An ambulance from the National Emergency Center (EKAV) transported the victim to the General Hospital of Serres, where he was pronounced dead
Authorities are investigating the cause of death, while a post-mortem examination has been scheduled
The “Hot–Dry–Windy” conditions expected between 13–16 July are likely to increase the flammability of dry vegetation, enabling fires to ignite and spread rapidly — even during nighttime hours
A car rolled into a busy restaurant in Athens’ Kolonaki district just after midnight on Saturday, injuring at least eleven people. Initial reports suggest the vehicle was driverless at the time, likely due to a disengaged handbrake
This preventive measure reflects growing concerns across Greece over the increasing threat of forest fires during the summer months, exacerbated by dry weather and strong winds
The total firefighting force for summer 2025 is 18,031 personnel. This includes 11,746 permanent staff, 1,860 on five-year contracts, 1,455 forest commandos, and 2,500 seasonal firefighters. Additionally, there are 5,500 civil protection volunteers and 5,000 volunteer firefighters
According to the National Observatory of Athens’ meteo.gr platform, the combination of high temperatures, atmospheric dryness, and strong winds could create dangerous conditions for wildfires across much of the country from Sunday, July 13