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Minister of Civil Protection Vassilis Kikilias held an emergency coordination meeting to assess the situation and organize forces for the night

Commuters were evacuated from the train with no injuries. An investigation into the causes of the incident has be launched.

Greece’s Citizens Protection Minister says despite the 4,500 fires so far this year, the total area burned is 24% below the 20-year average.

The fire that broke out on September 17 at the Motor Oil refinery in Agioi Theodoroi is under control. Firefighters worked through the night and three workers were injured while nearby residents were evacuated. Investigations into the cause are underway.

According to initial reports, the fire started inside the facilities, while blasts could be heard from inside the compound facility. A large, dark plume of smoke covered the skies in the area. 

The fire is in an area of the famous tourist island of Rhodes that is not easily accessible to firetrucks nor on foot.

An arrest warrant was issued for the woman’s 17-year-old son on felony charges of actually causing the blazes

The 44-year-old woman was arrested and handed a 3-year suspended prison sentence

According to reports, 12,000 hectares have been 'reduced to ashes' and the fire still has at least one active front.

Greece is among the EU member-states that spent the most on fire protection services in 2023

Based on the risk 4 category forecast, competent authorities have activated the second stage of operational readiness for the Fire Brigade which involves aerial surveillance patrols, as well as patrols by fire engines, police, and military forces

The site on Rhodes where the blaze is raging is described as remote and rugged, while gusty winds are plaguing fire-fighting efforts

Findings released of urgent culture ministry inspections of archaeological sites, other monuments in parts of NE Attica prefecture affected by last week’s wildfire

The 10-measure program foresees compensation for burnt homes, reforestation, cleanups, and funding to affected municipalities.

The first phase of inspections was carried out on 227 properties in nine municipalities of Attica that were most heavily impacted by the 'Attica fires'