Greece fires

Full-year employment not on the minister’s agenda. Firefighters rejected proposals, which included increasing age limits.

Mitsotakis and Androulakis exchanged jabs today in a plenary session initiated with a briefing of this year’s fire season, that expanded to a wider-ranging debate on various hot-button topics 

The prime minister reported that Greece had 9,101 fires this year compared to 7163 last year.

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

Hundreds have signed a petition by the mayor of Elliniko-Argyroupoli who proposes imposing mandatory community service on vandals and arsonists.

Home and business owners impacted by the destructive Attica fires will soon be able to file damages and apply for state aid online.

Dozens of animals strays or lost have been saved by volunteers in the massive Attica fire. This is how you can help.

Two minors were imposed a 4,640-euro fine for setting a fire in Glyfada ‘for fun’. They're due to appear before a juvenile court with their guardians

New legislation in Greece foresees stricter sentences and higher penalties for those found guilty of arson.

Another fire erupted on Evia island, leading to the evacuation of settlements and sending smoke as far south as Athens

Greece’s Civil Protection authority has issued a high fire risk for the coming days as an extended heatwave continues.

Sizzling temperatures in the coming days raise wildfire concerns. Experts advise avoiding strenuous activities, staying indoors.

Both fires have caused extensive mobilization from ground teams, aircrafts and volunteers

Temperatures will reach as high as 40 degrees Celsius, and the country is on high alert for fires

During an effort to put out flames in Amaliada, firefighters discovered human bones

"Reports indicated a scooter and its rider, dressed in firefighter attire, were seen throwing incendiary devices," the deputy mayor commented on a Greek TV channel.

10 wildfires broke out around Greece in the span of 8 hours on Sunday

A related fatality was reported, specifically 45-year man died from a heart attack after inhaling smoke

Strong winds and high temperatures fuel fires across Greece many near Athens and near residential areas.