For the fourth consecutive day, firefighters continue to battle the major wildfire in western Attica that appears to be out of control on Monday, despite the weakening of the winds. New flare-ups are non-stop and the fire front seems go in one direction, then change its route, return and sets on fire again what it […]

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The head of the operator of the Greek electricity distribution network (DEDDIE/HEDNO) in Rethymno was arrested late on Thursday night by investigative officers of the Fire Department’s Arson Crimes Division (DAEE) for the large fire that broke out in the area on July 29, 2026. According to available information so far, the investigation by the Fire […]

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Greek authorities have arrested four people in connection with the fire on Paros. Among those arrested is the Mayor of the island. The fire broke out at a landfill site on the island at noon on Tuesday, July 28, and spread quickly due to the strong winds, burning for at least two days and forcing […]

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