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Crete issues high fire risk warning for three regions July 6

Sunday, 5 July 2026/Source: Haniotika Nea/1 min read

Crete's Civil Protection Authority has issued a very high fire risk warning for the regions of Rethymno, Heraklion, and Lasithi on Monday, July 6, 2026. The alert is based on the daily Fire Danger Forecast Map published by the General Secretariat of Civil Protection. Tourists visiting these areas should avoid lighting fires, barbecues, or discarding cigarettes outdoors. Do not park vehicles on dry grass, and stay on marked trails when hiking. If you spot smoke or flames, call the fire service immediately at 199. Avoid forested and rural areas during peak afternoon heat. Check local announcements before planning excursions into the countryside, and follow instructions from local authorities if evacuations are ordered in your area.

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