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Sep 2026
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Extreme fire risk in Crete, Rhodes and Karpathos; Very high risk in Attica and four other areas

See the detailed map showing the affected areas

Temperatures hit 39C in western and southern Greece before dropping from Friday

Localised storms are forecast for eastern Macedonia and Thrace on Thursday, while winds strengthen through the weekend, reaching force 8 in the south-east on Friday and Saturday, with reduced visibility possible during early morning hours

Approximately 45 migrants found aboard a boat south of Kali Limenes in Crete

The boat was spotted by a Frontex aircraft — those on board were rescued by a Hellenic Coast Guard vessel

Battle against five wildfires: Wave of 112 evacuation alerts in Salamina and Boeotia, while the fire in Kalopigado, Keratea is no longer active

The latest developments from the wildfire fronts across Greece

Dali’s Carina of Anogia and the festival: The touching story of the elderly woman who “danced” while being supported by her friends in Crete

The German artist was once Dalí’s muse and created a stone monument as an apology for Nazi atrocities

French tourist dies after collapsing on hike near Balos in Crete

Firefighters and paramedics raced to reach the stricken hiker along the same rugged, officially closed route after her partner raised the alarm, administering CPR once she collapsed from dehydration, but she died before reaching hospital

AADE: 4 tons of illicit alcohol and 700 bottles of laughing gas seized in Heraklion

A 62-year-old man had set up an operation in his warehouse in Crete — enough gas was available to produce up to 18,000 balloons

Elafonisi packed with visitors: Large crowds at the popular beach in Crete — see photos

Images from midday on Wednesday, August 19, show large numbers of beachgoers at the beach

Pentagon considering moving Patriot system to Crete following Iran threats to strike European targets

The Financial Times revealed Tehran’s intentions, with Cyprus and Bulgaria reportedly in its sights — Greek Air Force forces, including fighter jets and their crews, as well as a Navy vessel, remain on the island

Housing: How much prices have risen on the Greek islands — Crete leads with +50% over five years

Average asking price in Crete is now €2,250 per sq. m., up from €1,500 per sq. m. in 2021 — On the Aegean islands, the average asking price reached €2,941/sq. m. this year, while in the Ionian islands it stands at €2,531/sq. m.

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