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“I don’t remember, I had drunk a lot of tsipouro,” claimed the 27-year-old accused of arson in Sychaina
He claimed he had nothing to do with the fires and that, due to excessive alcohol consumption, he had memory gaps – Together with a 19-year-old, who confessed, he was arrested for the fire in Sychaina, Patras
Weather: Cooling today, weakening meltemia winds, and showers on the way – Very high fire risk in 8 regions
The weather changes today, August 15, as the strong winds of the past few days weaken and high temperatures drop. Over the long weekend, local rain and thunderstorms are expected
Peletidis stands firm on the 112 Alert – The “run for your life” tactic is dangerous for people watching their livelihood disappear
“Instead of apologizing for the lack of planning and the inadequacy of resources, they even have the nerve to demand more,” says the Municipality of Patras, launching a sharp attack on the government
Curfew extended until Monday in Halkidiki due to very high fire risk
It applies to areas in the municipalities of Kassandra, Sithonia, Aristotle, and Polygyros
Patras Municipality fell short in handling fires, says Kefalogiannis – “Pelettidis’ statements about 112 are criminal and dangerous”
The Mayor of Patras had stated that those who did not follow the 112 instructions saved their properties – “We have lived through the Mati tragedy, and I will not allow anyone to question the 112,” said Mr. Kefalogiannis
Ministry of Transport: Drone use prohibited in areas affected by wildfires
Uncontrolled flights can interfere with critical aerial firefighting operations