Wildfire breaks out on the island of Tzia with firefighting forces responding
A wildfire broke out in a forested area on the island of Tzia (Kea), with ground and air assets deployed to the scene.
- A forest fire has started on the island of Tzia (Kea).
- Aerial and ground firefighting teams are actively battling the flames.
- Additional reinforcement teams are scheduled to arrive by ferry.
If you are currently visiting or planning a trip to the island of Tzia (Kea), please stay informed through local emergency updates and follow all instructions from local authorities and rescue services.
Wildfire in Tzia Forest Area
A wildfire broke out in a forested area on the Greek island of Tzia (Kea). According to the local fire service, initial response units including firefighters and vehicles were swiftly dispatched to the scene to contain the flames.
Aerial and Maritime Response
Two firefighting aircraft were deployed to assist with drops from the air. Furthermore, authorities announced that specialized ground units are scheduled to arrive on the island by ferry to reinforce the firefighting efforts on the ground.
Investigation into the Cause
A specialized arson investigation unit from Eastern Attica has been mobilized to look into the causes of the fire.
Yavanet will keep updating from official sources.
