Wildfires reported in Laconia, Greece, and Agia Napa, Cyprus

A wildfire broke out in the Elaia area of Laconia, Greece, on Wednesday afternoon. The fire affected an agricultural-forest area, prompting the mobilization of 45 firefighters, two pedestrian groups from the 9th EMODE, 13 vehicles, two aircraft, and one helicopter. Local authorities are investigating the causes of the blaze.

In Agia Napa, Cyprus, a separate fire occurred at an auxiliary building used as a boiler room within a residential yard. The fire caused extensive damage to domestic and mechanical installations, a fuel tank, a solar water heater, and several trees. The Famagusta Fire Station responded to the scene, and the fire was brought under control within approximately 20 minutes. Authorities, including the police and the Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Service, are investigating the incident.