A fire broke out in low vegetation in Prophet Ilias of Heraklion, Crete, which is taking on large proportions.

Ground and air forces were mobilized to extinguish the fire, while a short time ago a message was sent from 112 asking the residents to evacuate the Roka fortress area.

Through the message, those in the area are invited to move away to Heraklion.

At the same time, a fire broke out in low vegetation in the Thrapsano area of ​​Heraklion, Crete.

35 firefighters with 1 pedestrian group of the 3rd EMODE, 10 vehicles and 1 helicopter are operating at the scene.