Crete Under Medium Fire Alert as Wildfire Risk Surges

Tuesday, 9 June 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

On Wednesday, June 9, Crete has been placed under a medium fire alert (Category 2) by Greek authorities, along with Attica and Central Greece. This level of alert means conditions such as dry vegetation, low humidity, and wind increase the risk of wildfires spreading quickly across the island. Tourists should avoid lighting fires, using barbecues, or discarding cigarettes outdoors, including in olive groves, forests, and scrubland areas. These activities are prohibited under Greek fire safety law and carry heavy fines. If you are hiking or driving through rural or mountainous areas, stay alert to your surroundings and know the nearest exit routes. In case of a wildfire nearby, follow instructions from local authorities and call 199 (Greek fire service) to report any fire you see.