Back to newsGreece's Deputy Minister of Civil Protection, Evripidis Tournas, addressed Parliament to clarify that Crete's firefighting capacity is not being reduced. Responding to concerns about personnel transfers, he stated that Crete is reinforced with additional firefighting resources each year, not weakened. The island currently has adequate fire service coverage across its regions. For visitors traveling to Crete during the summer months, this is relevant reassurance: wildfire risk is a seasonal concern on the island, but authorities maintain that emergency response capacity remains strong. Tourists are still advised to follow standard fire safety precautions, avoid lighting fires in open areas, and stay informed through local alerts, particularly when visiting rural or forested zones during the dry summer season.
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Greece Clarifies: Crete's Firefighting Capacity Not Being Reduced
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