Wildfire in Attica region, Greece (2024-08-11)

On the 11 August 2024 at about 12:00, a wildfire is reported to have affected Attica region, near Varnavas village in Greece. The fire expanded rapidly due to strong winds. Residents of many villages had to be evacuated and a 112 cell-broadcasting message was sent for this purpose. 67 vehicles with 250 firefighters, 10 ground forces teams, 7 helicopters and 12 airplanes are used for fire suppression, assisted by municipality vehicles/machinery and volunteer organizations. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide initial rough estimation and fire extent emergency mapping.