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Fire erupts in Pallini, Greece; aerial units deployed, 112 issues alert
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Fire erupts in Pallini, Greece; aerial units deployed, 112 issues alert

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A fire broke out in low vegetation in Pallini, Attica, prompting a response from ground and air firefighting forces.
  • The 112 emergency number issued a "stay on alert" message to residents in the affected area.
  • Firefighting efforts involve 47 firefighters, ground teams, volunteer crews, vehicles, and aerial support from planes and helicopters.

A fire erupted in low vegetation near the Nasioutzik estate in Pallini, Attica, on July 4, 2026, around noon. The blaze quickly prompted a significant response from the Fire Service, mobilizing ground and air resources to combat the flames.

Over 47 firefighters, including two specialized ground teams from the 1st EMAK (Special Unit for Disaster Response), along with volunteer crews and 20 vehicles, were dispatched to the scene. To aid in extinguishing the fire, two aircraft and two helicopters were deployed for aerial firefighting operations. The Regional Administration of Attica also provided water tanker support.

In response to the developing situation, the 112 emergency number issued an alert to residents in the area, urging them to "stay on alert" and follow the instructions of the authorities. The fire is currently progressing through low vegetation interspersed with olive trees. The Directorate for the Investigation of Arson Crimes has dispatched personnel to the scene to investigate the causes of the fire.

Stay on alert

— 112 GreeceEmergency alert message sent to residents in the Pallini area due to the developing wildfire.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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