Emergency measures in Halkidiki
Regional authorities on the Halkidiki peninsula in Northern Greece have imposed a movement ban from 08:00 to 20:00 today in the forested areas of the peninsula. The measure covers the highlands of Kassandra, Sithonia, and the western part of Athos due to the very high risk of wildfires.
The situation in the country remains extremely dire, complicated by strong winds that are fanning new outbreaks.
Growing fires and evacuations
- Peloponnese: A new fire near Floka necessitated the evacuation of the population via the 112 system.
- Boeotia: Residents of the village of Xironomi received an alert for immediate evacuation.
- Crete: Firefighting efforts continue at the large blaze near Rethymno, which claimed the lives of two firefighters.
- Paros: The fire has flared up again despite the efforts of the teams.
At the moment, the situation on the islands of Andros and Kalymnos is improving, but authorities remain on full alert.