Wildfire Near Kalo Chorio in Crete Brought Under Control

Monday, 8 June 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

Firefighters responded to a wildfire in a rural area near Kalo Chorio in Crete. The fire has been brought under control, though crews remain on site to monitor the situation. Kalo Chorio is a village in the Lasithi regional unit in eastern Crete. Tourists traveling through or near that area may encounter emergency vehicles or temporary road disruptions as firefighters continue their work. No injuries or damage to residential or tourist infrastructure have been reported at this time. Visitors hiking or driving in rural areas of eastern Crete should remain vigilant, follow any instructions from local authorities, and avoid open fires or discarding cigarettes in dry vegetation, particularly during the summer months when fire risk is elevated across the island.