
Greece Issues Wildfire Risk Alert for Aegean Islands and Crete
Authorities urge extreme caution as hot, dry conditions push fire danger to “very high”
Authorities urge extreme caution as hot, dry conditions push fire danger to “very high”
Greece ranks fifth worst in forest fire destruction over the past 20 years – Spain leads with a record-breaking 3.5 million hectares burned in 2025.
Thick smoke and burnt air reach Greek islands and the mainland — 13 dead in Turkey as massive fires rage near the Dardanelles.
EU Civil Protection Mechanism activated 16 times already — matching the total for the entire 2024 fire season
Opposition slams the Greek government over prevention and firefighting capacity—debate escalates over preparedness, responsibility, and controversial remarks
Greece on high alert as thousands flee homes amid fierce winds and relentless flames — firefighters battle multiple fronts with aerial support
A barrage of 112 emergency alerts has urged residents either to remain on high alert or to evacuate dozens of settlements for safety reasons. Approximately 5,000 firefighters and volunteers are involved in the firefighting efforts.