Calay News
On Monday, due to two separate forest fires that spread with the help of strong winds, authorities ordered the evacuation of residents of a village in the southeast and west of Athens, causing damage to homes.
According to a Greek fire service official, a fire broke out in the village of Kouvaras, located some 17 miles (27 km) from the Greek capital, and quickly spread to nearby settlements, resulting in damage to several homes.
Amid hurricane-force winds, up to 150 firefighters, 40 fire trucks, and 11 aircraft were struggling to control the flames. The situation represented a great challenge for the emergency teams due to the adverse weather conditions and the rapid spread of the fire, complicating the efforts to control and extinguish the fire.
The safety of the residents was a priority, so the decision was made to evacuate the affected town and nearby settlements to ensure their protection and well-being. A quick evacuation would allow firefighters to work more efficiently without endangering people’s lives.
Forest fires are a common hazard in Greece, especially during the summer months when high temperatures and dry winds increase the risk of fire spread. The deployment of large numbers of firefighters, trucks, and aircraft underscores the seriousness and urgency of the situation, as well as the joint effort to control and extinguish the fires as quickly as possible.
The authorities will continue to monitor the situation and work closely with emergency teams to protect the community and minimize the damage caused by the wildfires. The safety of residents and the preservation of affected areas will be priorities in response and recovery efforts.
