Greece reports multiple wildfires and building fires

Multiple wildfires and incidents have been reported across various regions in Greece. In Kefalonia, a forest fire broke out in the Metaxata and Kourkoumelata areas, prompting a 112 emergency alert. Residents in Metaxata, Kourkoumelata, and Lakithra were advised to evacuate via Livathos toward the airport. Firefighting efforts involved 19 firefighters, specialized ground teams, five vehicles, two aircraft, and one helicopter.

Other reported incidents include a forest fire in the Kataphylli area of Karditsa, involving 17 firefighters and aerial support, and a fire in an abandoned building in the Metaxourgeio district of Athens, which caused traffic disruptions on Kerameikou Street. Additionally, a fire was reported in the Roussa community of Soufli, which originated from Bulgaria.