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Dozens of firefighting helicopters participating in the drill DIAPYROS 2024

The drill is taking place in the forested area of ​​Mount Hymettus

Newsroom May 16 01:31

Dozens of firefighting helicopters have been flying from 10 am on Thursday in the Attica sky. According to a statement by the Fire Department, many municipalities of Attica are participating in the exercise codenamed DIAPYROS 2024, organized by the Regional Fire Department of Attica.

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The drill was at the forest area of ​​Mount Hymettus where its aim is to adequately train and prepare municipalities and fire departments. The exercise is within the framework of prevention measures for this year’s fire season.

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