Greece reports separate fires in Chalkidiki and Chalcis

Two separate fires were reported in Greece. In Chalkidiki, a fire broke out in an agricultural area in Nea Kallikrateia on Wednesday afternoon. Approximately 18 firefighters and six vehicles were deployed to contain the blaze, supported by water tankers from the Municipality of Nea Propontida. Authorities stated that the fire did not threaten residential areas, and an investigation into the cause is being conducted by the Thessaloniki Arson Crimes Investigation Unit.

In Chalcis, a fire erupted at a chemical production and trading factory in the Vathy area. The blaze affected an office space within the facility. Firefighting efforts involved 18 firefighters using eight vehicles, including a specialized boom vehicle, alongside assistance from local municipal water tankers. As of the latest reports, there was no immediate risk of the fire spreading, and the Evia Arson Crimes Investigation Unit has been tasked with investigating the cause.