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.

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.

Avincis warns longer wildfire seasons are stretching aerial firefighting resources, while pilot shortages and regulatory hurdles leave Europe increasingly unprepared for year-round fire risks.

Greece has extended the deployment of its firefighting aircraft in Spain by 24 hours under the European Civil Protection Mechanism, while planning their return ahead of heightened wildfire risk at home.

Tens of thousands have been displaced as record-breaking heat fuels massive wildfires across southern Europe, while Greece joins international firefighting efforts in Spain.

Firefighters and civil protection crews responded to dozens of wildfires nationwide as authorities arrested two more suspects and placed several regions on high alert for Thursday.

Greek firefighting crews were battling two separate wildfires on Tuesday, one near Epidaurus in the Peloponnese and the other in Crete

Fire crews controlled 30 of 35 blazes as Attica, Crete, and the northern Aegean face extreme risk Friday

New outbreaks in Evia, Crete and the Thessaloniki area follow Tuesday's nationwide wave of mostly low vegetation fires, as authorities deploy extensive ground and aerial resources

Emergency alerts issued in central Macedonia and the Epirus province as authorities investigate cause of Thessaloniki-area fire

Most of the blazes were contained quickly, while crews continue to battle three active wildfires

Recent fires reaching industrial sites have highlighted concerns over prevention, inspections and coordination, with experts calling for a comprehensive fire protection strategy for high-risk industrial zones.

Over 900 firefighters battle blaze in Vouzela as heatwave grips the country