Greece’s Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection has issued detailed safety guidelines for residents, particularly those living near forested or rural areas

Large fire-fighting force deployed amid gusty winds in sparsely populated area

While the fire is occurring in the broader area of Ancient Olympia—a site of historical and cultural significance—there is no immediate threat to the archaeological site based on available reports

A prior ceasefire ended on March 18 when Israeli strikes killed more than 400 Palestinians.

A total of 75 firefighters have been deployed, supported by 5 ground teams, 25 fire engines, and 6 aerial units, including 2 aircraft and 4 helicopters.

Authorities continue to monitor the situation in Agriles closely, as firefighting teams work to bring the flames under control and prevent further spread

Firefighters, supported by helicopters and airplanes, continue to battle flames in mountainous regions surrounding the city of Izmir. Authorities have closed several roads near the resort town of Çeşme as a precaution

Farm animals have perished, while infrastructure—such as water supply networks—has been severely impacted

Firefighting and rescue crews continue working to fully extinguish any remaining hotspots and prevent further damage in what has already been a destructive fire season for Greece

The Greek Fire Service remains at Operational Readiness Level 2, with air and ground patrols being intensified.

The blaze erupted in the general vicinity of the coastal town of Rafina, where 102 people died in in July 2018 in Greece's deadliest wildfire, the Mati conflagration

Firefighting efforts are ongoing while traffic has been suspended in both directions in the municipality where 102 people died in Greece's deadliest wildfire in July 2018

The wildfire in Ierapetra remains an active and dangerous emergency, with operations continuing across land and air. Residents are advised to monitor official announcements and stay clear of evacuation zones

The precise cause of the fire in Elefsina has not been disclosed, and no evacuation orders have been reported as of now.

Despite the renewed diplomatic efforts, fighting on the ground has not eased. At least 139 Palestinians have been killed in the past 24 hours, according to Gaza health authorities

The image, published on Wednesday, July 2, by the director of the National Observatory of Athens’ Meteorological Service, highlights the widespread impact of these fires.

While the fire has now been contained, the region remains under close observation. Emergency teams continue to patrol the area for potential rekindling, especially as high summer temperatures and dry conditions persist across northern Greece

Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely and urge the public to follow official instructions

A level 4 (orange) wildfire alert—the second-highest in Greece’s fire risk classification—was issued for Crete by the Civil Protection Authority

At least two people have died in France due to the extreme heat, and two more were killed in a wildfire in Spain this week.