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Probe Underway in Greece as Fires Continue to Burn in Evros

Hundreds of fire fighters are still battling blazes across Greece with probes into suspected arson underway.

Copernicus: Fires Burning in Evros Largest Ever Recorded in the EU

The massive fire burning woodland for days in Northeastern Greece is the largest ever recorded in the EU, said Copernicus.

Smoke Fills Athens as Fires Continue to Burn Mt Parnitha  

Fires continue to burn across Greece, as firefighters and volunteers battle flames in the Evros region and near Athens.

Greek Civil Protection Ministry Announces Emergency Fire Measures

Greek authorities have announced emergency measures including banning access to wooded areas as fires rage across Greece.

Greece Issues Warnings for High Risk of Fires, Dadia Forest Under Threat

Greek authorities are warning of high risk of fires as one of Greece’s largest nature preserves, the Dadia Forest, is under threat.

Greek MP Tables Plan for Immediate Regeneration of Fire-hit Rhodes

A Greek lawmaker has tabled seven actions that will help regenerate Rhodes after the devastating fires last month.

Civil Protection Minister: More than 660 Fires in Greece, Majority Sparked by Humans

Over 660 fires broke out in Greece in the last 10 days, the majority being human-induced, said Greece’s Civil Protection Minister.

Fires a Blow to Rhodes’ Tourism Season as Cancelations Rise

Fires burning for more than a week on Rhodes are taking a toll on the island’s tourism industry.

Rhodes in State of Emergency, Island Mayor Suspects Arson

The whole island of Rhodes has been declared in a state of emergency as fires continue to burn for the ninth day.

PM Mitsotakis Prioritizes Prevention as Fires Continue to Burn Across Greece

Greece’s PM said prevention will be a government priority as fires continued to burn across the country for the eighth day in a row.

WWF Greece Reiterates Call for New Fire Prevention Plan

WWF Greece reiterated its call on the government to decide on a fire prevention plan for the years ahead as the climate crisis takes hold.

UK, US Warn Travelers About Fires, Heatwaves in Greece

Fires fanned by strong winds and high temperatures continue to burn in Greece for a third day prompting travel warnings.

Wildfires Strike Greece Again, Forcing Evacuations Near Athens

Wildfires in Greece have caused widespread damage, forced evacuations, and left hundreds homeless.

Central Greece Region: €40m for Reconstruction of Fire-hit Evia

The Region of Central Greece will release 40 million euros for the reconstruction of fire-hit Evia.

Fires: Northern Evia Tourism Professionals Call for Added Aid 

Evia tourism professionals affected by the recent fires that burned most of the northern part of the island, are calling for additional non-returnable relief measures.

Greece Draws Up Regeneration Plan for Fire-hit Northern Evia

Evia residents and business owners impacted by the devastating fires will receive financial support in the coming days, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said.

Greece Opens Platform for Fire-affected Employees Seeking Subsidies

Greece has opened a platform accepting applications from employees who worked at enterprises that were affected by the massive fires.

Minister Commits to Fast Support for Fire-hit Evia Tourism

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis said he would see to it that additional aid would be extended to tourism enterprises and employees affected by the fires on Evia.

Northern Evia Professionals Launch Tourism Campaign After Fires

Tourism professionals on the Greek island of Evia, which saw thousands of hectares of woodland ravaged by fires, have launched an online campaign to raise awareness and garner support to rebuild their future.

Greek PM Says Saving Lives a Priority in Natural Disasters

Protecting all forms of life in natural disasters is a key priority, said Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Thursday in the aftermath of the country’s worst fires in decades.
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