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Fire breaks out at lumber warehouse in Heraklion, Crete

Thursday, 25 June 2026/Source: Naftemporiki/1 min read

A fire broke out on Thursday afternoon around 3 PM at a lumber warehouse in the Lofoupoli district of Heraklion, Crete. Emergency services responded to the scene, and an urgent alert was sent to residents' mobile phones via the 112 emergency notification system. If you are visiting or traveling through Heraklion, be aware that emergency vehicles may be active in the Lofoupoli area and local traffic could be disrupted. Avoid the area until authorities confirm the situation is under control. If your mobile phone displays a 112 alert message while in Greece, read it carefully as it contains safety instructions relevant to your location. For any emergencies in Greece, dial 112 for police, fire, and ambulance services. No injuries or road closures have been officially confirmed at this time.

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