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Thessaloniki: Fire in Livadi contained after major firefighting operation
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Thessaloniki: Fire in Livadi contained after major firefighting operation

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A fire that broke out in Livadi, Thermi, Thessaloniki, has been contained after a large-scale firefighting operation.
  • Over 75 firefighters, along with volunteer teams and municipal equipment, were deployed to combat the blaze.
  • An investigation into the cause of the fire has been initiated.

Firefighters have successfully contained a blaze that erupted Thursday evening in Livadi, within the municipality of Thermi, Thessaloniki. The fire, which started shortly before 10 p.m., required a substantial response from emergency services.

Reinforcements were dispatched to the scene, bringing the total number of personnel involved to 75 firefighters. These included five specialized ground teams from the 2nd and 8th MODEs, alongside volunteers. A fleet of 16 fire engines worked to extinguish the flames, supported by water tankers and construction machinery from the municipality of Thermi.

The cause of the fire is now under investigation. The Thessaloniki Arson Crimes Investigation Unit has taken charge of the preliminary inquiry to determine how the blaze began.

This incident highlights the ongoing efforts to manage and combat fires in the region, with a significant mobilization of resources to ensure public safety and protect property.

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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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