Climate Crisis Min Kikilias: Half of Greece at high fire risk until August 15

A meeting of the Scientific Risk Assessment Committee was held on Saturday at the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection to assess the weather conditions expected for the upcoming week. This was followed by a coordination meeting with all relevant agencies.

Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Vasilis Kikilias emphasized that from Sunday until August 15th, Greece will face dangerous weather conditions that could lead to forest fires. “We are expecting a combination of very strong winds ranging from 6 to 7 Beaufort with gusts reaching up to 8 Beaufort, along with drought and dryness. Consequently, half of Greece will be in the ‘red zone,’ as depicted on the map,” Kikilias said.

“I have requested the implementation of emergency measures involving the Army, Police, volunteers, Fire Service and Local Authorities. I urge all citizens to remain vigilant and exercise utmost responsibility, as we face a very challenging week ahead,” Kikilias added.