Staikouras pre-announces interventions for fire victims
The Finance Minister stated that the fiscal space has been secured in order to provide the necessary support.
Τετάρτη 24 Δεκεμβρίου 2025
21o Αθήνα
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Atmospheric pollution in Crete, from the fires in Attica and Evia
As the researchers of the University of Crete point out, these levels are comparable to the current measurements in Athens.
Fire in Agios Thomas, Heraklion, contained
The fire continues burning along an inaccessible slope without posing a danger to houses and sheepfolds located in the area
New methodology for detection of SARS-CoV-2 mutations by Athens University
This is a very important success, since it concerns the development of a new hypersensitive molecular methodology for the determination of mutations in “difficult samples”, at the international level
Battleface – Greece among top destinations for Americans
Nearly two-fifths of Americans (39%) have either booked or plan to book an international trip in 2021 or 2022
Police brigadier suspended following statements on fire in Arcadia
An Hellenic Police brigadier has been suspended. after allegedly using political means to send a fire truck to the village of Chora Gortynias
North Evia island now the focus on efforts by fire-fighters in Greece; massive blaze rages
The area’s interior is sparsely populated, whereas numerous settlements are located on the coasts
Second felony arson charge filed against suspect
He reportedly asked for a 48-hour continuance before facing an investigating magistrate
Plane fire-fighting plane crashes on Zante island; pilot safe
The well-known Polish-made aircraft had been fighting a blaze on the island along with a similar plane
Felony indictment filed against man for wildfire arson near Kryoneri, north of Athens
He has already been charged with misdemeanor possession of illegal narcotics, according to reports "recreational drugs" discovered at his residence, along with bootleg fireworks.
Major wildfire rages just north of Athens, threatens Aghios Stephanos community
Residents throughout the wider region have been ordered to evacuate to safe areas
Pulmonary Society – How to protect yourself from exposure to smoke and particulate matter
The most common symptoms associated with short-term exposure to smoke, regardless of the mechanism, are related to the upper respiratory tract, and are manifested by rhinitis and a feeling of dryness in the throat
Konstantinos Michalos dead from cardiac arrest
According to the first information, the president of ACCI passed away in his factory located in Kryoneri
First fire victim dies after sustaining injuries at Ippokratios Politia
A 40-year-old man has died after being seriously injured in the head in a car accident while at Ippokratios Politia affected by the Great Fire
Wildfires – Two arrests in Kryoneri and Fokida – Suspect wanted in Ilia
Authorities proceeded to bring in two suspects for the fires in Kryoneri and Fokida
ELSTAT – Exports rose by 31.5% in June
What data show
Olympiacos FC for fires – “We pray for all those who are stricken”
The message of Olympiacos FC for the catastrophic fires that burn Greece
Hospitals on alert as Attica wildfires rage
Due to an increase in calls to the EKAV Ambulance Service concerning pulmonary problems, Health Minister Vasilis KIkilias ordered the Sismanoglio Hospital to have an emergency shift.
Greek PM Mitsotakis: Difficult days ahead due to wildfires; emergency plan to be applied
He said the worst wildfires remain the one just north of Athens, centered on the Varibobi township, another one in Ilia prefecture, in southwest Greece that is swirling around ancient Olympia, as well as in the northwest part of large Evia island.
National Bank of Greece – Profits increases 34% to 622 million euros
The result corresponds with a recovery in profits from the lender’s primary banking activities and a continued improvement in containing operating costs
Power transmission operator warns of power outages due to wildfire
Besides areas northeast of Athens, several islands of Cyclades connected with the mainland grid are also threatened
Rekindled wildfire north of Athens causes evacuation of nearby communities, settlements
The same wildfire is threatening the power supply of a portion of the greater Athens area
Sewage – Stabilization trends of viral load in Thessaloniki
What do the measurements of the Thessaloniki University’s Sewage Epidemiology Team for Monday and Tuesday show?
Olympic Games – Pole vault – Stefanidi fourth, Kyriakopoulou eighth
With a moving effort, Katerina Stefanidi finished in 4th place in the women’s pole vault final attaining her individual record (4.80m) for the year – In 8th place Nikol Kyriakopoulou
Fire in Ilia – PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis in fire-affected Ilia
Kyriakos Mitsotakis in fire-struck Ilia
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