Greece wildfire: Forest fire breaks out in Rodopi
Firefighters, aircraft and a helicopter are deployed to tackle a forest fire in the Kassitera area of Rodopi.
- A forest fire broke out in the Kassitera area of Rodopi on October 18, 2026.
- Thirty firefighters, seven vehicles, two aircraft and one helicopter were mobilized.
- Local municipal water tankers are assisting, and an arson investigation unit is probing the cause.
Why this matters to Israelis: Travelers and residents in northern Greece should monitor local emergency updates and avoid areas affected by firefighting operations.
A forest fire broke out in a wooded area in Kassitera, Rodopi, on October 18, 2026, at approximately 16:00, according to the Fire Service. The operations center mobilized 30 firefighters with two specialized foot teams and seven vehicles. Aerial firefighting support was deployed, including one helicopter and two airplanes. The Municipality of Maroneia-Sapes also assisted by dispatching water tankers to support the firefighting operations. The Rodopi Arson Crimes Investigation Department has launched an inquiry to determine the cause of the fire.
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