Greek authorities have successfully brought a forest fire under control on Mount Parnitha, situated north of Athens, according to Kathimerini’s online edition. The incident, which began on the mountain’s southern slope on Thursday, has been contained. Efforts to extinguish the blaze involved approximately 100 personnel, including firefighters and volunteers, supported by 22 fire engines and firefighting aircraft.
Authorities have reported no injuries or threats to residential areas. The precise cause of the fire remains under investigation. The article noted that Mount Parnitha has experienced significant damage from a series of recent summer wildfires, which have decimated large areas of woodland and vegetation that were once dense.
In response to escalating fire risks, Greece has implemented mandatory nationwide measures requiring property owners to clear dry vegetation, with penalties established for non-compliance. Furthermore, Athens Mayor Haris Doukas has advised residents to maintain and clear their plots throughout the fire-risk season to mitigate the potential for fire ignition and spread. Looking ahead, the Greek newspaper Proto Thema reported that by 2026, the country is slated to deploy 164 new fire engines valued at EUR 15.5 million.
This equipment includes specialized tanker trucks capable of carrying up to 12,000 liters, as well as high-mobility vehicles suitable for challenging terrain.
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Greek authorities have successfully contained a forest fire on Mount Parnitha, located north of Athens, according to Kathimerini’s online edition. The blaze, which started on the mountain’s southern s