Back to newsA makeshift settlement in Nea Alikarnassos, a residential district on the eastern edge of Heraklion near the airport, has been flagged as a growing public safety concern. Authorities and local residents are reporting repeated fires and large accumulations of uncollected waste within the camp, raising hygiene and fire hazard risks for the surrounding area. While the situation does not directly affect tourist zones or major attractions, travelers staying in Heraklion or passing through the airport area should be aware that this neighborhood may experience occasional smoke or disruption. Local officials have been called upon to address waste management and fire prevention at the site. Tourists are advised to follow standard precautions and stay informed through local news if visiting the broader Heraklion area during the summer months, when fire risk across Crete is generally elevated.
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Fires and waste plague makeshift camp near Heraklion airport
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