Cambodia and Thailand’s defence chiefs met in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday to finalise a permanent ceasefire following deadly border clashes in July that killed 43 and displaced over 300,000
Temperatures are also rising steadily, with Western Greece expected to reach 38–40°C over the weekend. While the meltemi winds may keep eastern Greece slightly cooler (35–37°C), the fire risk remains elevated due to dryness and wind speed
France is battling its largest wildfire in nearly 80 years, with over 16,000 hectares burned in the Aude region. The blaze has claimed one life, injured 13, and remains out of control as shifting winds push flames back toward hard-to-reach forested areas
A very high wildfire risk has been forecast for Thursday across six regions in Greece, including Attica, Crete, and parts of the Aegean. Authorities urge the public to avoid fire-prone activities as emergency services heighten readiness
Despite extensive use of aerial firefighting units—including nine Canadair aircraft, five Dash planes, and two helicopters—the fire remains uncontrolled. Three firefighters have suffered minor injuries during operations
As residents in Messinia pick up the pieces after devastating wildfires, experts warn that urban sprawl, climate change, and mountain abandonment are fueling these infernos—with severe ecological consequences in places like Feneos and Kythera.
According to the Fire Risk Forecast Map from the General Secretariat for Civil Protection (civilprotection.gov.gr), large parts of the country are now on yellow alert (Risk Category 3), signaling a high possibility of wildfires
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The fire brigade said 52 fire-fighters were battling the blaze, operating 16 vehicles and aided by four water-dropping aircraft.
Gaza’s health ministry reported six more deaths from starvation or malnutrition in the past 24 hours, raising the total to 175, including 93 children
In the event of spotting a fire, immediate notification to the fire department is crucial. Citizens should call 199 without delay.
An emergency evacuation alert via the 112 system was issued, urging residents in the areas of Evinochori and Kokori to evacuate.
Earlier, local authorities sent out a 112 warning message to locals, urging them to remain on alert and follow instructions.
Authorities fined two individuals and the university rector after a blaze broke out near beehives on the heavily wooded grounds of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Authorities warn of extreme fire danger in several regions due to high temperatures, dry conditions, and strong winds. The public is urged to avoid outdoor activities that could spark wildfires
Hundreds of firefighters, aerial units, and Bulgarian reinforcements battle an active blaze near Assiros, with nearby residents on alert and road closures disrupting traffic
“The time to recognize Palestine is now,” Starmer said, emphasizing this would have the greatest impact at this critical moment.
A wildfire that broke out in a forested area near Athens’ Polytechnic University was brought under control within 30 minutes, amid suspicions of arson and a massive emergency response
A fast-moving blaze in Messinia's Pylos-Nestor region forced overnight firefighting efforts to protect nearby settlements, with strong winds complicating containment in the remote, rugged terrain
A total of 65 firefighters, two ground teams from the 1st Special Unit for Forest Operations (EMODE), 20 fire engines, and volunteers have been mobilized