According to the National Meteorological Service (EMY), strong northerly winds—reaching up to 9 Beaufort locally—are expected across the Cyclades, Crete, the Dodecanese, and the eastern Aegean. The Fire Risk Prediction Map issued by the General Secretariat for Civil Protection has marked at least 10 regions, including Attica, in the “red zone” for extreme fire risk.
Fires from lightning on Friday night in five areas of Thessaloniki - Yesterday the temperature exceeded 43 degrees Celsius in Skala Messinia - In force the EMF emergency bulletin
Therefore, protective measures are suggested, including regular cool showers, especially for vulnerable groups such as the elderly, outdoor workers, children, pregnant women, and individuals with chronic illnesses.
The British newspaper The Times has named Lipsi, a gem in the Dodecanese, as Greece’s top island, celebrated for its “mythical” beauty and ancient legends. In a recent list of the 16 most serene Greek island destinations
Greece has entered a new era in energy infrastructure with the launch of the landmark Crete-Attica electrical interconnection, a project hailed as a milestone in the country’s transition to a modern, resilient, and integrated power grid.
The experience of hiking and running across Karpathos is described as dreamlike, making it an ideal destination for enthusiasts of exploration and nature.
