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Firefighters reinforce response to Konitsa wildfire as seven helicopters join operation
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Firefighters reinforce response to Konitsa wildfire as seven helicopters join operation

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • A wildfire broke out around 6:10 p.m. Monday in a remote, difficult-to-reach forest area in Trapezitsa, Konitsa.
  • Firefighting forces include 85 firefighters, 10 specialist foot teams, three vehicles and seven helicopters making repeated water drops.
  • Fire officials are examining intense lightning activity in the area as a possible cause.

A wildfire in the remote Trapezitsa forest near Konitsa remained active after breaking out at about 6:10 p.m. on Monday, August 31, prompting authorities to strengthen firefighting efforts on the ground and from the air.

The fire started in a rugged, inaccessible location, making it difficult for ground crews to reach the area. Seven helicopters have been assigned to the operation and are making repeated water drops to help contain the flames.

A total of 85 firefighters are taking part, supported by 10 specialist foot teams from the 1st, 2nd, 5th, 6th and 10th EMODE units, along with three fire engines. A drone team from Ioannina is also monitoring and continually mapping the fire’s progress, sending real-time images to the operations center.

The Fire Service said the area had experienced intense lightning activity before the blaze began. Officials are examining that activity as a possible cause of the fire.

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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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