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Forest fire breaks out in Evia as authorities activate 112 alert

From Kathimerini · () Greek

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

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News Official statement Under investigation
  • A forest fire broke out in a forested area near Makrykapa on the Greek island of Evia.
  • Seventy firefighters, 27 vehicles, three ground teams, two aircraft and three helicopters responded.
  • Authorities activated the 112 emergency alert system and are investigating the cause.

A forest fire broke out around midday in the Makrykapa area of Evia, prompting an immediate mobilization of firefighting forces.

Seventy firefighters are operating at the scene with 27 vehicles and three ground teams from the 4th and 20th EMODE units. The aerial response includes two aircraft and three helicopters, one assigned to coordinate the flights.

The Municipality of Dirfyon-Messapion has sent water tankers to support the Fire Service. Authorities activated the 112 emergency system and sent an informational warning to people in the wider area, urging them to remain alert and follow official instructions.

Evia was under a very high, Category 4, wildfire risk on the day of the fire. An investigative unit specializing in arson-related offenses in Evia was mobilized to determine how the blaze started.

Stay alert and follow the instructions of the authorities.

· 112 GreeceThe emergency alert warned people in the wider Makrykapa area after the fire broke out.
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