Response mobilised
Firefighters deployed 35 personnel, including a ground team from the 4th Special Forest Operations Unit (EMODE), along with 11 vehicles. Aerial support consisted of one helicopter and four aircraft. The response was coordinated by the fire service after the blaze was reported at approximately 14:10. The units worked together on the agricultural and forest terrain to bring the fire under control.
Incident details
The blaze occurred in Pelasgia, Fthiotida on 13 September. Authorities confirmed it remained contained to the agricultural-forest zone and did not approach residential areas. The fire service stated the incident did not threaten any homes. The fire broke out at about 14:10 and stayed within the specified zone throughout the operation.
Next steps
Fire service crews continued monitoring the area after the main fire was extinguished. The operation involved both ground and aerial units to ensure full containment. Personnel remained on site to verify that no further spread occurred in the agricultural and forest area.
Conclusion
The event was reported at 21:49 on 13 September 2026 with all details provided directly by the fire service. The coordinated effort of 35 firefighters, the EMODE team, vehicles, one helicopter and four aircraft succeeded in controlling the blaze without risk to any homes.
