In general alert Fire departments are set in the areas where it is foreseen extreme risk of fire (Risk category 5), according to an official announcement by the Fire Brigade. At the same time, partial alert will be staff in areas with very high risk (Category 4), as defined by the fire prediction map of the General Secretariat for Civil Protection of the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection.

The strengthening of the Air and earthly surveillance patrolsboth by the fire authorities and by police and military forces.

In these areas, the Civil Protection Action Plan to prevent and address the risk of forest fires. Among other things, the application of the measure is included ‘Preventive ban on vehicles and excursions’ in national parks, forests and ‘Vulnerable’ areas, with the aim of avoiding any ignition.

Alarm in many areas of the country

The Fire Brigade points out that the risk of forest fires It will remain extreme in many areas of the territory, due to the particularly favorable conditions for their event.

As the relevant announcement points out: “In direct cooperation with the General Secretariat for Civil Protection, all competent state -owned services have been informed, as well as the Regions and Municipalities of the above areas, so that they are on increased readiness to take measures of their competence”.

Recommendations to citizens

The Fire Brigade addresses appeal to citizens To prevent and deal with forest fires:

  • To show increased attention and avoid actions in the countryside that can cause fire by negligence, such as:

    • Burning of dry grass, branches or cleaning residues
    • Use machinery that creates sparks (discs, welding devices)
    • Use of outdoor barbecue
    • Smoking
    • Rejection of lit cigarettes and other dangerous materials

  • To be regularly informed about the prevention and treatment guidelines for forest fires, through the official website and the social networks of the Fire Brigade (Facebook; Twitter).

  • In case they perceive fire fire, contact the Fire Service immediately in number 199.

It is recalled that During the fire period is prohibited Strictly the burning of the fields.

The Fire Brigade, finally, calls on citizens to show responsibility and, in a possible fire, to adhere strictly to the instructions of the competent authorities for their safety.

For more information and detailed self -protection guidelines, citizens can visit the website of the General Secretariat for Civil Protection at the Directorate www.civilprotection.gr.