Athens, Greece – Greek authorities have warned of a potential resurgence of forest fires on the island of Paros, with strong winds forecast to reignite unextinguished hotspots, threatening to spread the blaze and hinder firefighting efforts.
Civil protection officials confirmed that firefighting teams remain deployed across the island, continuing cooling operations and monitoring affected areas to prevent new fires from breaking out due to the wind and rising temperatures.
Authorities urged residents and visitors to exercise extreme caution, adhere to safety instructions, and avoid any activities that could cause fires, noting that the alert would remain in effect until weather conditions improve and wind speeds decrease.
These warnings come as Greece faces a challenging summer season, with the risk of wildfires increasing due to heat waves and drought. The government continues to bolster the capabilities of emergency and firefighting teams to protect residents and property and minimize potential losses.
