Region of Thessaly - In a state of "high fire risk" category 4

The heat wave is ongoing and the same temperature conditions are expected today. The Fire Risk Prediction map shows almost the entire region of Thessaly, in ¨Status 4” (i.e. High Risk). once again, the personal protection instructions should be followed, the preparedness measures of the competent services and bodies should be applied. Forces and ELAS, with groups of volunteers operating fire stations in various areas and assisting with aerial observation with the means of the Aeroclubs of Thessaly.



It is considered appropriate to repeat that the circulars issued by the relevant Ministries and Municipalities for the operation of the Public Service and schools apply. of people who belong to the vulnerable groups but also to any other person who needs this support.



It is also pointed out whether the decisions that have been issued, in accordance with article 129 of Law 4926/2022, for the prohibition of the passage, stay and movement of persons and vehicles, in NATURA areas, as well as in forest ecosystems, parks and groves, as defined in the provisions of Law 998/1979 (A΄ 289).

The Region of Thessaly and given the assessment of the strengthening of the wind intensity and in order to improve the degree of preparedness and reaction has put the personnel of the competent services on alert, has increased the number of available service machines with the means of the contractors from the Machinery Registry, which it has spread and developed in various regions.












At the same time, agricultural, beekeeping and livestock associations have been informed about the protection of their livestock and voluntary organizations have been activated.

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Instructions for coping with the heat can be found here. https://civilprotection.gov.gr/odigies-prostasias/kaysonas gr/odigies-prostasias/dasikes-pyrkagies