Two women who survived Greece’s deadliest wildfire recount the horror of July 23, 2018 — and the ongoing struggle to rebuild their lives amid pain, loss, and a state that, they say, abandoned them

According to the latest reports, the fire spread to an adjacent footwear business. Thick black smoke could be seen rising.

According to official data from the Athens Water Supply and Sewerage Company (EYDAP), water reserves have plunged to 192.8 million cubic meters — 64% below the average level of 2010–2024.

Two men were captured in western Athens following a dramatic pursuit, bringing authorities closer to dismantling a burglary ring linked to at least 15 break-ins across Greece

The interconnection will remain in continuous operation over the next two months, after which Greece’s largest and most complex electricity transmission project will enter commercial service.

Greece faces an intense but brief heatwave as temperatures soar up to 42°C in parts of the country, including Athens, before cooler weather returns over the weekend

New deal with Greek Culture Ministry aims to preserve heritage, upgrade infrastructure, and strengthen tourism through culture.

Greek authorities set strict timelines for damage repair and compensation payouts after the recent Keratea wildfire, with residents to receive initial aid from August 18

Nearly 4,000 acres burned as investigators examine possible arson in a blaze that destroyed homes and scorched large areas of southeastern Attica prefecture

Copernicus satellite data shows 1,581 hectares scorched in Eastern Attica wildfire that killed one man, forced hundreds to evacuate, and destroyed homes and land; two power company officials arrested over suspected cause

A major blaze near Athens has subsided after an overnight battle by firefighters, though scattered hotspots persist. Hundreds have been evacuated and air support is underway as extreme fire danger continues across Greece.

The listed zones include major port areas, stormwater outlets, and spots near wastewater treatment facilities.

Strong winds have caused significant disruptions across Attica, including a fallen tree in central Athens and the temporary closure of the National Garden. Authorities warn of gale-force gusts reaching up to 9 Beaufort, with heightened wildfire risks

Local media report that the gunfire on August 4 was a retaliatory act following a prior confrontation. Initially perceived as resolved after the Roma group left the scene, tensions reignited when they returned, this time armed and firing from their vehicles

61-year-old bakery owner has been transported to Thriasio Hospital for medical attention, after assault during an armed robbery

No immediate danger to residents, but Attica remains under high fire-risk alert today

Nearly a year after the catastrophic Varnavas-Mt. Penteli fire outside Athens, ground temperatures have risen by up to 10°C.

By Friday, temperatures are projected to reach 40°C in regions such as Thessaly and Central Greece

The results were based on the first microbiological water quality findings for 2025, released by the Panhellenic Center for Ecological Research.

Urban areas, such as Athens, are especially prone to higher concentrations of harmful pollutants, making ongoing monitoring and air quality management critical for public health.