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Crews maintain overnight watch to prevent fire re-ignition in Heraklion

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

Firefighters in the Heraklion region spent the night on high alert near the area of Agios Ioannis Hostos, working to prevent any rekindling of a fire that had broken out in the area. Ground and aerial crews maintained positions throughout the night as a precautionary measure. The site was treated as a secured perimeter to monitor for flare-ups. If you are visiting the Heraklion area, avoid the Agios Ioannis Hostos zone until authorities confirm the all-clear. Follow local fire service announcements and heed any road closures or access restrictions in the area. Wildfires in Crete during summer can spread quickly due to dry conditions and wind, so stay informed through local news or your accommodation host if you are traveling inland or through rural parts of the Heraklion prefecture.

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