Volunteers, animal welfare groups, and local authorities are searching burned communities in western Attica, rescuing surviving pets and wildlife, while appealing for continued public support as recovery efforts continue.
Disaster expert Efthymios Lekkas warned that burned areas may face flash floods and landslides as exposed soil increases runoff and erosion risks.
A fire meteorologist says climate change, human activity, and poor land management are driving increasingly destructive wildfire seasons, while rescuers describe the extreme conditions faced during the Porto Germeno blaze
The figures will be updated once the final extent of the fire in Porto Germeno is confirmed
Authorities say extreme fires fueled by climate conditions are overwhelming traditional firefighting methods, while highlighting prevention projects and aerial response measures used in the Attica-Boeotia blaze.
A Financial Times analysis estimates billions in losses from fires and heatwaves across Europe, with the full economic impact expected to be much higher once damage to businesses, health and infrastructure is included.
Firefighters are battling dangerous flare-ups for a third day in western Attica as strong winds fuel the blaze, threaten homes and monasteries, and emergency crews expand damage assessments and state aid efforts across wildfire-hit regions.
High-resolution satellite imagery analyzed by the National Observatory of Athens shows extensive damage from the major wildfires in Boeotia and Porto Germeno, with the Attica blaze still burning
Southern Rethymno counts the devastating cost of wildfires: two firefighters dead, thousands of acres burned and communities facing widespread destruction.
Wildfires have burned more than 6,500 hectares (16,000 acres) across Boeotia and Attica, with strong winds continuing to challenge firefighting efforts.
Firefighters brought most of the past day's rural and forest fires under control, but crews remain deployed at 14 active fronts as authorities investigate the causes and urge the public to remain vigilant
Wildfires continue to burn across Boeotia, Achaia and Crete, prompting evacuations, sea rescues, road closures and large-scale firefighting operations as hurricane-force winds complicate efforts to contain the flames.
Fire officials say 51 new wildfires broke out in 24 hours, with 73 now active across Greece amid strong winds
Hundreds of firefighters remain locked in a battle against a major wildfire in southern Crete, where powerful winds continue to fuel flare-ups and prevent aerial firefighting operations. Authorities remain on high alert as fires persist on Paros and new blazes break out in western Greece.
Experts warn that increasingly intense wildfires fueled by climate change are creating their own weather, overwhelming firefighting resources and demanding a greater focus on prevention and preparedness.
The water bombers, grounded often for maintenance, are prompting debate over the country’s readiness ahead of blazes
Greece's prime minister paid tribute to three firefighters killed battling wildfires, highlighted efforts to strengthen the country's response to the climate crisis, and urged continued vigilance as dangerous fire conditions persist.
Tributes are pouring in for a 27-year-old fire officer found dead near a wildfire in Gythio, while funerals are being held today for two firefighters who died battling a blaze on the island of Crete
Three firefighters died and three others were injured as major wildfires continued to burn across Greece, with authorities warning that extreme fire danger will persist into Thursday.
A 40-year study finds climate change is reshaping wildfire behavior in Greece, with Northern and Southern regions responding differently due to their ecosystems, vegetation and climate.