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Greece Enforces Vegetation Clearing on 550,000 Plots, No Extension

Thursday, 18 June 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

Greece's Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Evangelos Tournas, has announced that 550,000 land plots have been registered for mandatory vegetation clearing ahead of the summer fire season. The deadline will not be extended, and inspections will begin shortly to verify compliance. This annual requirement compels property owners to clear dry brush and flammable vegetation from their land, a critical fire prevention measure across Greece including Crete. For visitors, this is a reminder that wildfire risk is taken seriously during the summer months. If hiking or exploring rural areas of Crete, stay on marked trails, avoid open flames outdoors, and check local alerts. In the event of a wildfire nearby, follow instructions from local authorities and emergency services immediately.

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