Forest fire breaks out in remote mountainous area of Kastoria
A low-intensity forest fire is being tackled by ground and air crews in a remote mountainous part of the Kastoria regional unit.
- A forest fire started in a difficult-to-reach mountainous area near Giannoxori in Kastoria.
- Firefighters and an aerial firefighting helicopter were dispatched to the scene.
- Authorities confirmed that no residential areas are currently under threat.
If you are traveling in northern Greece or visiting the Kastoria region, stay informed through local emergency updates and avoid travelling near active firefighting operations in remote forest zones.
Forest fire in the Kastoria region
A forest fire broke out in a wooded area southwest of the village of Giannoxori, within the Nestorio municipality in Kastoria. The incident involves a low-intensity creeping fire burning through a rugged and mountainous landscape, which creates access challenges for responding units.
Ground and aerial response
Numerous firefighters from the local fire department, along with specialized forest firefighting teams from nearby regions, deployed to the site with multiple water-carrying vehicles. An aerial firefighting helicopter dispatched from Ioannina is also conducting water drops over the area.
No threat to local settlements
Despite the difficult terrain, authorities reported that nearby residential areas are in no danger. Fire crews are currently focusing on fully containing and demarcating the perimeter of the fire to prevent any potential spread.
