Wildfire Near Polytechnic University Under Control — Large Firefighting Force Deployed
A major blaze that broke out near Zografou’s Polytechnic University in Athens is in recession, with no reports of property damage so far.
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Very high risk of fire in several regions of Greece on Monday, including Attica
Very high risk of fire in several regions of Greece on Monday, including Attica
There is a very high risk of fire (Category 4) in the regions of Attica and Crete on Saturday
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High fire risk in six regions
High fire risk in six regions
The fire service reported a total of 40 wildfires on Friday. Of the 40 fires, 33 were swiftly extinguished in their initial stages, while firefighters continued to battle the remaining seven blazes as of Friday evening.
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Fire in Xylokastro: The two missing men found dead – Firefighters battle scattered flames
Fire in Xylokastro: The two missing men found dead – Firefighters battle scattered flames
Reports of damage to homes in the area of Elliniko, Xylokastro - 350 firefighters are on the scene with 15 forest commando units, 110 vehicles, 5 aircraft, and 4 helicopters assisting from the air
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Very high risk of fire (risk category 4) today
Very high risk of fire (risk category 4) today
The minister emphasized that "once again this year the conditions create an 'explosive cocktail for dangerous fires" and added that "maximum caution is required."
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Greece on high alert today after warning of increased fire risk
Greece on high alert today after warning of increased fire risk
Greece on high alert after warning of increased fire risk
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Greece Faces Extreme Fire Danger as “Orange” Alert Issued for Multiple Regions
Greece Faces Extreme Fire Danger as “Orange” Alert Issued for Multiple Regions
Regions facing the highest risk include
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High threat level of fire in Attica, Crete, and parts of three other regions on Saturday
High threat level of fire in Attica, Crete, and parts of three other regions on Saturday
The General Secretariat of Civil Protection has informed relevant state services, as well as regions and municipalities in the abovementioned areas, to be on alert for any fires that break out.
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Very high risk of fire for six Greek regions including Attica on Saturday
Very high risk of fire for six Greek regions including Attica on Saturday
There is a very high (category 4) fire risk on Saturday in the regions of Attica, Sterea Ellada (regional units of Viotia and Evia including the island of Skyros), Southern Aegean (Cyclades islands), Northern Aegean
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Kikilias: There have been 2,166 wildfires and 123 arrests since May 1
Kikilias: There have been 2,166 wildfires and 123 arrests since May 1
He said there had been 2,166 fires during that time in total, for which 123 people were arrested. According to Kikilias, 1,870 of these fires were tackled extremely quickly, while the competent authorities have charged 87 people with causing fires through negligence and 36 with arson. In addition, Greek authorities imposed 256 fines.
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Fires in Keratea, Andros, and Rodopi brought under control
Fires in Keratea, Andros, and Rodopi brought under control
The Keratea area currently has no active front, while the fire in Rodopi has only a few small active spots.
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Ministry-affiliated agency providing food for wildlife in Mt. Parnitha, Dadia forest
Ministry-affiliated agency providing food for wildlife in Mt. Parnitha, Dadia forest
The agency said it would continue to place food for as long as necessary, using staff from the administrative units of Mt. Parnitha, Schinias, Saronikos, Delta of Evros and Dadia forest.
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Evros fires continue, while new ones break out in Thessaly, Messinia; Soufli residents on alert
Evros fires continue, while new ones break out in Thessaly, Messinia; Soufli residents on alert
A total of 68 fires were burning in Greece on Thursday, with 32 of those breaking out in the last 24 hours. Most of the new fires were dealt with quickly as soon as they broke out, the Fire Brigade said in an update on Thursday evening.
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Government team visiting the fire-stricken areas of Evros
Government team visiting the fire-stricken areas of Evros
The team is also accompanied by Deputy Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Christos Triandopoulos, together with the Deputy Minister of Macedonia-Thrace Stathis Konstantinidis and the Deputy Minister of Rural Development and Food Stavros Keletsis.
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Marinakis: Fire-stricken to be compensated immediately
Marinakis: Fire-stricken to be compensated immediately
On Wednesday, Mitsotakis will visit Thessaloniki where, ahead of the opening of the Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF), will hold a series of meetings with production agencies and local administration officials.
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Wildfires: Black smoke covered the Acropolis – Smell of burnt wood throughout Athens
Wildfires: Black smoke covered the Acropolis – Smell of burnt wood throughout Athens
The smell of burning all the way to Faliro
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Kikilias: 119 arrests for arson by negligence and 27 with intent
Kikilias: 119 arrests for arson by negligence and 27 with intent
The Greek police has made 18 arrests and has abrought another 3 people for questioning.
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Alexandroupoli: “The largest burnt area on European territory for years,” says the Copernicus service
Alexandroupoli: "The largest burnt area on European territory for years," says the Copernicus service
According to what he claims in today's post, the area that had burned until yesterday in Alexandroupoli (over 72,000 hectares ) is the largest recorded on European soil for several years.
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Fire in Greece: The historic 10th-century Hosios Loukas monastery is burning – See video and photos
Fire in Greece: The historic 10th-century Hosios Loukas monastery is burning - See video and photos
It is noted that UNESCO protects the monastery while the Minister of Culture, Lina Mendoni, is also at the site.
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Mt. Parnitha fire has subsided, but firefighting efforts will continue overnight
Mt. Parnitha fire has subsided, but firefighting efforts will continue overnight
Fire Brigade: 55 fires broke out on Wed. nationwide; a battle to control Mt. Parnitha, Evros fires
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Greek Authorities investigating cause of fires
Greek Authorities investigating cause of fires
Greek Authorities investigating cause of fires that started almost simultaneously in several regions.
