Greece Battles 62 Wildfires in 24 Hours Amid Intense Lightning Activity
The Fire Service attributed the majority of these fires to intense lightning activity in various regions.
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Two areas, Thermi and Kea Island, presented firefighters with particularly difficult situations.
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Kikilias: There have been 2,166 wildfires and 123 arrests since May 1
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He said there had been 2,166 fires during that time in total, for which 123 people were arrested. According to Kikilias, 1,870 of these fires were tackled extremely quickly, while the competent authorities have charged 87 people with causing fires through negligence and 36 with arson. In addition, Greek authorities imposed 256 fines.
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Wildfires blaze overnight on Kos, Chios and Crete
Wildfires blaze overnight on Kos, Chios and Crete
On Chios, meanwhile, a blaze broke out in Sidirounda, which is located on the island’s northwest and is renowned for its beautiful medieval village, which, fortunately, managed to survive unscathed.
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Hydra Fire: Kazakh Businessman Daniyar Abulgazin Denies Allegations Over Blaze
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Greece is currently experiencing its first heatwave of 2024, and firefighters have been battling numerous wildfires daily. Initially, authorities alleged that fireworks were launched directly from the yacht. However, Greek media now report that the fireworks may have been launched from a beach on the island after people on Persephoni took a boat to shore.
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Stamata and Keratea Fires Contained; Firefighters Remain Vigilant
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Firefighting and civil protection forces worked tirelessly through the night to ensure the flames, which were extinguished on Sunday, did not rekindle.
