Wildfires reported in Florina and Evia regions of Greece

Multiple wildfires have broken out in different regions of Greece. In Florina, a fire erupted on Tuesday afternoon in a forested area on Mount Devas within the Prespes municipality. Emergency response efforts included 14 firefighters, a specialized foot patrol team from the 8th EMODE, three vehicles, and two helicopters, supported by local municipal water tankers.

In Evia, a separate fire broke out in the Paradisi area around 10:45 AM on September 16. The firefighting operation for this incident involved 30 firefighters, a foot patrol team from the 20th EMODE, six vehicles, two helicopters, and two aircraft. The Municipality of Karystos provided assistance via water tankers.

The 112 emergency service issued a readiness alert to residents in the broader Evia region, advising them to follow official instructions. Authorities have launched an investigation into the causes of the Evia fire, noting that the area remains at a high risk for wildfires.