Greece has approved a new National Aerial Rescue and Air Ambulance Plan (ESEDA) as part of a comprehensive effort to enhance emergency response capabilities across the country, reports AMNA. The plan was developed through a coordinated decision by the Ministries of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, National Economy and Finance, National Defense, Health, and Infrastructure and Transport.
According to the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, the initiative is designed to establish strategic, operational, and tactical frameworks to effectively deploy aerial resources for rescue and emergency medical services. The plan aims to equip the Fire Brigade with the necessary procedures and capabilities to conduct aerial rescue missions, particularly in difficult-to-reach areas, and to support Greece’s National Emergency Aid Center (EKAV) in air ambulance operations.
As part of the initiative, six specialized emergency response bases will be set up in key locations across Greece — Anchialos, Aktio, Heraklion, Kavala, Naxos, and Limnos. These bases will coordinate and manage air ambulance missions to locate and assist individuals in life-threatening situations, such as those who are lost, trapped, injured, or experiencing urgent medical emergencies.
The initiative is part of a broader strategy to improve Greece’s emergency response infrastructure and to ensure that vital medical assistance can be rapidly delivered by air to remote and isolated areas.
