Forest fire in the Soufli area of Evros after crossing from Bulgaria
Greek firefighting forces are responding to a forest fire that crossed the border from Bulgaria into the Soufli area.
- The fire crossed into Greece from neighbouring Bulgaria.
- 60 firefighters with 13 vehicles and one helicopter are deployed.
- Four pedestrian teams from the 7th EMODE unit are battling the blaze.
If you are travelling in the Evros region or northeastern Greece, stay updated on local road conditions and emergency alerts. Keep a safe distance from the affected forested areas and follow instructions from Greek authorities.
Forest fire in the Soufli area of Evros
Firefighting forces were immediately mobilized following a report of a fire in a forested area within the Local Community of Rousa in Soufli. According to official reports, the fire crossed into Greece from Bulgaria. The Operations Center of the Fire Department was notified of the incident shortly after Sunday noon.
Large firefighting deployment
A total of 60 firefighters equipped with 13 vehicles were mobilized to the scene. The response also includes 4 pedestrian teams from the 7th EMODE specialized unit, alongside one helicopter providing aerial support to help contain the flames.
Municipal support
In addition to the national firefighting units, the Municipality of Soufli is assisting operations on the ground by deploying water tanker trucks to support the teams battling the blaze.
