Halkidiki will also be among the areas with a high risk of fire tomorrow, with the Civil Protection of the country classifying the prefecture in risk category 3. In this context, citizens should know the following:

It is forbidden to light a fire for any reason.

Violators are prosecuted.

The burning of grass waste and branches is prohibited.

The lighting of outdoor grills is prohibited.

Outdoor work that may cause fire is prohibited (welding, using a wheel or other tool that creates sparks).*Disposing of lit cigarettes in outdoor areas is prohibited.

Disposing of waste in the forest is prohibited. There is a risk of ignition.*Respect access restrictions.

No smoking of bees.

Among other things, the country’s Protection Policy appeals to citizens to call the fire service 199 as soon as they realize that a fire has broken out somewhere.