In recession is now in fire which occurred in a forest area in Chortiatis, Thessaloniki. According to a Fire Department, strong forces with 80 firefighters, 26 vehicles and three hikers remain in the area, making constant efforts to extinguish each fire.

In addition, four aircraft and three helicopters are assisted by air, which continue watering water at points where there is still an active front. The company is strengthened by volunteers, project machines and aquifers of local government, contributing decisively to business coordination.

Alarm and warnings to citizens

It is noted that the system has been activated 112with a message to residents being on alert and following the faithful ‘Instructions of the Authorities’ for security reasons. The warning concerns both the possibility of evacuation and the precautionary protection against possible resuscitation in the area.

The alert of the competent bodies remains increased, as climatic conditions and dense vegetation make the task of complete extinguishing demanding.