Greece battles major wildfires across multiple regions

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Firefighting efforts remained in full force across Greece on Sunday as authorities responded to a series of wildfires that broke out on Saturday, primarily affecting Attica, Evia, Kythera, Messinia and Chania. The blazes have caused significant damage to forested areas and private property.

In Attica, the wildfire near Drosopigi and Kryoneri is currently without an active front, according to the Fire Service. However, crews remain on standby due to the ongoing risk of flare-ups.

A flare-up has been reported in Pissonas, Evia, prompting the activation of the 112 emergency service. Residents of the Pissonas settlement were urged to evacuate and head toward Kathenous. The response includes four aircraft, two helicopters, over 135 firefighters, six Special Forest Operations Units (EMODE), 38 fire engines, 40 regional water tankers, and hundreds of volunteers. Firefighters worked through the night to contain the flames.

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The aftermath of a fire on Evia island on Sunday. Photo: Angelos Tzortzinis/AFP/Getty Images.

In Kythera, 67 firefighters and two forest commando units are operating with 22 fire engines and support from volunteers. Three helicopters and two aircraft are aiding the aerial response.

In Messinia, efforts are concentrated in Polythea, where 100 firefighters, supported by five forest commando units, 30 fire engines, construction machinery, water tankers, and volunteers are deployed. Seven aircraft and one helicopter have been mobilised to battle the flames from the air.

In Temenia, Chania, the situation has improved, but crews are addressing scattered flare-ups within the fire’s perimeter. Around 200 firefighters, 40 fire engines, water trucks, special units and two helicopters are on the ground.

In Molai, Lakonia, 37 firefighters and one ground unit are tackling smaller fires within the blaze’s perimeter. They are supported by 11 fire engines and two helicopters.

Authorities continue to urge vigilance and preparedness as weather conditions remain volatile and the risk of reignition high.

Source: AMNA.gr

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