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Fire Emergency and Evacuation Orders in Achaia; Strong Winds Threaten Rethymno

Friday, 31 July 2026/Source: Naftemporiki/1 min read

A new fire broke out at dawn in the Achaia region, with emergency services activating the 112 alert system before 05:00 to evacuate residents from the Flokas area. The emergency is complicated by severe winds measuring 12 on the Beaufort scale affecting Rethymno. Authorities are investigating the causes of a previous deadly fire in the region. The combination of active fire fronts and extreme weather conditions poses significant risks to travelers and residents. Visitors in affected areas should monitor official emergency notifications and comply with any evacuation directives issued by local authorities.

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