Greece wildfires

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

According to reports by local media, fire brigade ground forces are operating at the scene, aided by aerial means

According to the climate crisis and civil protection minister, since the beginning of this year's wildfire season, 256 fines have been issued and 123 arrests have been made

The emergency number 112 has been activated for residents of the greater Athens-Piraeus area

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

Of the 52 wildfires, authorities said the blaze on the popular holiday island has been mostly contained, although scattered pockets were still burning

According to reports, the fire broke out as a result of the explosion of a utility pole and was picked up by a drone belonging to the Fire Department

Greece's Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Vasilis Kikilias says half of the country will be at high risk for fires until Sunday afternoon

The incident has caused an uproar in Greek society due to accusations of criminal negligence

In addition to the arrests, six fines were doled out

The foothills below Mt. Parnitha, where more fireworks were launched amid a high wildfire risk, has been repeatedly devastated in the past

More than 8,600 acres of brushland, agricultural land and forested areas were burned by a wildfire that erupted in Achaia prefecture, southwest Greece, over the past two days

The only forest patch on the otherwise arid isle lying off the east coast of the Peloponnese was allegedly set ablaze by fireworks fired from mega-yacht

Amid strong winds, additional support from the mainland has been dispatched to assist with efforts to combat the Andros wildfire

Beyond the Hydra wildfire another major wildfire in the NE Peloponnese, in Achaia prefecture, was mostly under control, the fire brigade said

46 of the blazes were immediately contained, with the most affected areas being brushland, some agricultural tracts and lastly forestland

Authorities have evacuated some settlements in the Peloponnese

Very high temperatures and gale force winds in the Aegean prompt civil defense authorities to declare Attica prefecture in a Level 5 Threat, the highest

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