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Toxic cloud from Oraocastro fire reaches Attica and Peloponnese
A toxic cloud originating from a fire in Oraocastro, Thessaloniki, has traveled south, reaching the Attica and Peloponnese regions. Prevailing winds carried the plume, raising concerns among residents and authorities. Meteorologist Thodoris Kolydas stated that trajectories indicate the cloud's dispersion towards western Attica and Corinthia from midnight to Sunday afternoon, though with minimal co…
Gang that robbed jewelry stores across Attica dismantled; 9 arrested
Authorities in Greece have successfully dismantled an organized gang responsible for a series of high-value jewelry store robberies across the Attica region, with stolen goods valued at over 370,000 e…
Greece battles 96 fires in 48 hours, faces high risk
Greece's Fire Service battled 96 rural and forest fires across the country in a demanding 48-hour period, stretching emergency resources. The high number of incidents, many occurring simultaneously in…
Fire in Oinoi, Attica: Conditions improve, firefighters battle multiple hotspots
Firefighters have improved the situation battling a forest fire near Oinoi, Attica, Greece, with significant reinforcements working on multiple active hotspots. The blaze ignited in dry grass and spre…
Gang that robbed jewelry stores across Attica dismantled; 9 arrested
Authorities in Greece have successfully dismantled an organized gang responsible for a series of high-value jewelry store robberies across the Attica region, with stolen goods valued at over 370,000 e…
Very high fire risk in Attica: Circulation ban on Mount Hymettus and 24-hour patrols
The risk of wildfires remains extremely high in Attica today, prompting authorities to enforce circulation bans in areas designated with a high danger index. The Civil Protection agency has issued a s…
