Halkidiki Wildfire Evacuations
9 articles from 3 countries
A large wildfire in Halkidiki, Greece, has forced the evacuation of several areas, including tourist resorts, with some people rescued by sea. Smoke from the fire has traveled significant distances, and emergency services are on high alert. The blaze is spreading uncontrollably, impacting local communities and tourists.
Fire in Halkidiki: 227 firefighters on alert all night amid fears for tomorrow
- Firefighters are working through the night to control a wildfire in Siviri, Halkidiki, Greece, with improved conditions but scattered fronts. - 227 firefighters, supported by 12 Moldovan firefighters and local authorities, are battling the blaze, which prompted evacuations via land and sea. - Extremely difficult conditions with strong winds are expected to continue Friday, posing a risk of rekin…
Serbian tourists evacuated from Halkidiki resorts due to wildfire
- Serbian tourists are among those evacuated from Siviri and Furka on Halkidiki, Greece, due to a wildfire. - Evacuations are being conducted by sea via private boats and coast guard vessels as a prev…
Halkidiki Wildfire Forces Evacuations, Tourists Rescued by Sea
- A large wildfire broke out in Siviri, Halkidiki, Greece, forcing the evacuation of several areas and some tourists were rescued by sea. - Strong winds fueled the fire, which spread rapidly through a…
Greece's Fire Service battles nearly 2,700 fires as heat persists
- Greece's Fire Service has responded to at least 2,700 fires since the start of the anti-fire season, with meteorological conditions remaining unfavorable. - On August 13, 40 rural and forest fires o…
Halkidiki wildfire subsides after dramatic scenes and sea evacuations
- A large wildfire in Siviri, Halkidiki, has subsided, with no single active front remaining after intense firefighting efforts. - Strong winds had previously fanned the flames, leading to the evacuat…
Halkidiki wildfire smoke reaches Larissa coast
- Smoke from a large wildfire in Siviri, Halkidiki, Greece, has traveled approximately 100 kilometers, reaching the coast of Larissa. - Satellite imagery from Meteosat-12 shows the extent of the fire …
Halkidiki wildfire rages as firefighters battle flames; one falls from roof during rescue efforts (video)
- Over 150 firefighters are battling a wildfire in Halkidiki, Greece, which is spreading uncontrollably. - Two firefighters have been injured, and another sustained a minor injury while rescuing homes…
EKAV on high alert due to wildfire in Siviri, Halkidiki
- The National Center for Emergency Care (EKAV) is on high alert due to a wildfire in Siviri, Halkidiki. - Four ambulances, a mobile medical unit, and other vehicles are deployed for medical coverage …
Fire in Kassandra, Halkidiki - 112 alerts residents to be prepared
- A forest fire broke out in Kassandra, Halkidiki, on Thursday afternoon. - 52 firefighters, two ground teams, and 13 vehicles are battling the blaze, supported by three aircraft and one helicopter. -…
