A high wildfire risk (Risk Category 3) has been forecast for today, Tuesday, June 23, across several regions of Greece, according to the Fire Risk Forecast Map issued by the General Secretariat for Civil Protection of the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection.
The warning comes as the first wildfires of the 2026 summer season have already broken out during the past week, signaling an early start to what authorities fear could be another challenging fire season.
The following areas have been placed under a yellow alert due to elevated wildfire risk:
• Attica
• Boeotia
• Argolis
• Corinthia
• Lesvos
• Chios
• Psara
• Samos
• Ikaria
• Karpathos
• Kasos
• Rhodes
• Crete
• Euboea
• Phthiotis
Understanding Greece’s Wildfire Risk Categories
The Fire Risk Forecast Map classifies wildfire danger into five categories, ranked from 1 to 5, with Category 5 representing the highest level of alert.
Category 1 – Low Risk
The likelihood of a wildfire is low. Should a fire occur, conditions are not expected to favor rapid spread or significant growth.
Category 2 – Moderate Risk
This is the typical level of risk during the summer season. Any fires that do occur are expected to present a moderate level of difficulty for firefighting efforts.
Category 3 – High Risk
A high level of danger exists. An increased number of wildfires may occur, and some could prove difficult to contain if local conditions become favorable for fire development.
Category 4 – Very High Risk
The danger is particularly elevated. A large number of fires may break out, and any fire that escapes initial containment efforts could quickly grow into a major incident.
Category 5 – State of Alert
This is the most severe category, indicating extreme wildfire danger. Numerous fires may ignite, spread rapidly, and display extreme fire behavior almost immediately after breaking out.
Civil Protection authorities are urging residents in affected areas to remain vigilant, avoid activities that could spark fires, and follow official guidance throughout the day.
