Greece wildfires

Authorities imposed an administrative fine of €9,750 on the man for breaching existing fire prevention laws. He is currently being held in custody and is expected to appear before the competent investigative judge on Friday

“Dangerous smoke. Remain indoors. Keep doors and windows closed. Follow the instructions of the authorities.”

As Greece enters the peak of the wildfire season, authorities and residents in high-risk regions are urged to remain vigilant, follow civil protection guidelines, and take proactive measures to prevent wildfires

The local fire department immediately dispatched eight fire engines and twenty-four firefighters

Despite the scale of the response, no residential areas have been reported at risk, and the overall outlook remains positive

While no homes are currently at risk, the fire continues to burn through forestland, threatening the environment and tourism.

The weakening of winds has been a key factor in the improved conditions, contributing significantly to the fire’s partial containment.

In an effort to prevent potential wildfire incidents, preventative movement bans have been issued in multiple regions

According to new research published in Nature Medicine by scientists at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, exposure to wildfire smoke doesn’t just irritate our lungs—it rewires the immune system itself

Efforts to suppress the fire involved a large ground force of 85 firefighters, including five specialized foot patrol units from the 1st Special Unit for Forest Operations (EMODE), and 23 fire engines.

A wildfire erupted on Saturday in low vegetation near the area of Aliki in Boeotia, central Greece, meanwhile the wildfire that broke out Friday in southern Evia sees improvement

Greece’s Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection has issued detailed safety guidelines for residents, particularly those living near forested or rural areas

Large fire-fighting force deployed amid gusty winds in sparsely populated area

While the fire is occurring in the broader area of Ancient Olympia—a site of historical and cultural significance—there is no immediate threat to the archaeological site based on available reports

A total of 75 firefighters have been deployed, supported by 5 ground teams, 25 fire engines, and 6 aerial units, including 2 aircraft and 4 helicopters.

Authorities continue to monitor the situation in Agriles closely, as firefighting teams work to bring the flames under control and prevent further spread

Farm animals have perished, while infrastructure—such as water supply networks—has been severely impacted

Firefighting and rescue crews continue working to fully extinguish any remaining hotspots and prevent further damage in what has already been a destructive fire season for Greece

The blaze erupted in the general vicinity of the coastal town of Rafina, where 102 people died in in July 2018 in Greece's deadliest wildfire, the Mati conflagration

Firefighting efforts are ongoing while traffic has been suspended in both directions in the municipality where 102 people died in Greece's deadliest wildfire in July 2018