Greek fire service deployed 20 firefighters and 6 vehicles Thursday after a blaze ignited in low vegetation close to the Kitsi settlement, with no immediate threat reported

Fire reportedly started during brush-cutting work; an arrest is expected in connection with the blaze

A fire broke out Monday afternoon alongside the Athens-Corinth highway near Agioi Theodoroi, closing the right lane of the Athens-bound carriageway at the 61st kilometer

Canadairs, drones, forest commando units, and tracked vehicles all deployed in Mandra for the "DIA PYROS 2026" exercise

A strong gas odor has been detected across multiple neighborhoods in the Attica region, prompting an investigation into a possible leak

Ursula von der Leyen praised a team of 20 Greek forest commandos who helped save a Spanish village during deadly wildfires, highlighting Europe's need for stronger climate resilience and cross-border cooperation

In parallel, a new call is expected in the coming weeks for 75 fixed-term driver-firefighters, who will staff firefighting and rescue units at 18 regional airports managed by the HCAA.

Daily fire risk maps now live. Authorities in Greece to increase inspections, patrols, and penalties for fire-related violations.