Greece helicopter collision kills two amid massive wildfires

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• [● 4 SOURCES] The helicopters performed between 10 and 32 water drops, delivering about 80 tonnes of water.
• [● 3 SOURCES] Vegetation fires broke out in the localities of Berzasca and Sichevița in Caraș‑Severin on 31 July 2026.
• [● 3 SOURCES] The fires affected approximately 45–50 hectares of dry vegetation.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] The fires were fueled by dry vegetation and high temperatures, but did not reach the forest floor.
• [● 2 SOURCES] Additional resources from neighboring counties and volunteer fire units were mobilized.
• [● 3 SOURCES] Two Black Hawk helicopters equipped with Bambi Bucket systems were deployed to the fire sites.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] Approximately 42 military firefighters and 30 forest‑work personnel participated in ground operations.
• [● 5 SOURCES] Citizens are urged to avoid outdoor activities that could cause fires, such as burning dry vegetation, using spark‑producing tools, outdoor grilling, or smoking.
• [● 5 SOURCES] The forecast is based on the Fire‑Risk Prediction Map issued by the General Secretariat of Civil Protection of the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection.
• [● 5 SOURCES] Fire service personnel remain on general alert due to multiple incidents nationwide and prevailing weather conditions.
• [● 3 SOURCES] The General Secretariat has informed relevant state services, regions and municipalities of the high‑risk areas.
• [● 3 SOURCES] A very high fire‑risk level (category 4) is forecast for tomorrow in Attica, Boeotia and Evia.