The Fire Service is on high alert, as shortly after noon on Friday, a barrage of fire fronts broke out in various parts of the country.

The ongoing heatwave over recent days, bringing high temperatures, has created ideal pyrometeorological conditions for wildfires, having drastically reduced humidity levels.

At this time, firefighting forces are battling active fronts in Thesprotia, Messinia, Ioannina, Ancient Olympia, and Halkidiki.

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Evacuations in Gardiki, Thesprotia
A large wildfire is burning in the area of Gardiki, Thesprotia.

According to the Fire Service, the fire is near residential areas, and the 112 emergency alert system sent out evacuation messages. Specifically, those in Gardiki, Skandalo, and Mandrotopos are urged to move toward Paramythia.

The Fire Service was notified of the fire at 13:50. To contain it, 25 firefighters have been mobilized, along with 1 ground team from the 5th EMODE, 8 vehicles, 3 airplanes, and 1 helicopter. Additional support is being provided by municipal water tankers.

112 Alert in Messinia as Well
A fire also broke out Friday afternoon in farmland near Neromylos, Messinia. The fire is burning southeast of Neromylos, close to the settlement.

Thirty firefighters have been deployed, along with 2 ground teams from the 9th EMODE, volunteers, 6 vehicles, and 4 aircraft.

At 13:43, the “112” emergency alert sounded in the area, urging residents of Neromylos to evacuate toward the Kazarma area and to follow official instructions.

Fire in Ioannina
A wildfire also broke out in Pedini, Ioannina, in a grassy area.

A strong firefighting force has been mobilized. Specifically, 35 firefighters with 1 ground team from the 5th EMODE, volunteers, 3 vehicles, 3 airplanes, and 1 helicopter are responding.

Large Wildfire in Ancient Olympia
A significant fire is burning in a forested area of Ancient Olympia, specifically in the Agios Georgios area.

A large firefighting operation is underway, with 58 firefighters, 3 ground teams from the 6th and 18th EMODE, 14 vehicles, 7 airplanes, and 1 helicopter on the scene.

Strong Firefighting Forces in Halkidiki
A wildfire is currently active in farmland near Neochoraki, in the municipality of Nea Propontida, Halkidiki.

To combat the blaze, 30 firefighters, 10 fire engines, and 2 ground teams have been mobilized. A firefighting helicopter is expected to begin water drops.

Explosive Conditions This Weekend – Extreme Wildfire Risk
The country faces a nightmarish weekend, with the state apparatus placed on high alert. The Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection has issued a warning of extreme wildfire risk (Category 5) for tomorrow, Saturday, July 26, 2025. The situation is dire, with the risk exceeding all previous levels this year.

Deep Red Fire Map: Attica, Evia, Boeotia, and the Peloponnese in the Eye of the Firestorm
The Region of Attica – including Kythira – Central Greece (especially Boeotia and Evia), and the entire Peloponnese have been placed on alert. The fire risk forecast map resembles a war bulletin, with red zones dangerously spreading across densely populated and highly sensitive areas.

Wave of Danger Sweeping the Country
The threat, however, is not limited to red alert zones. Very high wildfire risk (Category 4) is also expected in: Western Greece, Fthiotida, Fokida, Zakynthos, Magnesia, nearly the entire North Aegean, Crete, and Thrace including Rodopi and Evros. Fire knows no boundaries, and the entire country now resembles a vast flammable field. Under these conditions, even the slightest mistake could lead to uncontrollable disasters.

Entire Mechanism on Alert – Citizens Urged to Stay Vigilant
Civil Protection has already notified all relevant services, regional authorities, and municipalities to increase operational readiness. Firefighting units, aerial support, and security forces are all on standby. But winning this battle isn’t only the state’s responsibility—it depends on all of us.

Negligence Kills: What Is Strictly Forbidden
From Saturday morning, any careless activity in the countryside can prove disastrous. Using a barbecue grill, discarding a cigarette, operating a circular saw in a field, or even smoking out beehives can trigger tragedy. Citizens are urged to avoid all actions that might cause sparks or flames, to comply fully with the burn ban, and to not underestimate the danger even for a second.

Conditions are explosive. High temperatures, winds, and drought are creating the perfect storm for fires to spread at uncontrollable speeds.