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Crete Depleted of Firefighting Resources During Peak Season

Thursday, 18 June 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

Crete is currently in its annual fire prevention season, and regional authorities are raising concerns about the island serving as a source of firefighting personnel and resources drawn away to support operations elsewhere in Greece. Local officials have called on national fire service leadership to address this situation, warning that depleting Crete's firefighting capacity during peak risk months leaves the island more vulnerable. The fire prevention period in Crete typically runs through the summer, when dry conditions, heat, and wind create elevated wildfire risk across the island. Tourists visiting during this period should avoid lighting fires outdoors, including barbecues in unauthorized areas, and should follow any local restrictions posted in national parks and forested zones. In case of a wildfire sighting, call the Greek emergency number 112 immediately.

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