Greece’s new “Active Battle” bill legalizes controlled burns and grazing to prevent devastating summer wildfires, with implementation targeted for the 2026 anti-fire season under Minister Yannis Kefalogiannis.
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Authorities have issued a very high fire risk warning for Wednesday, with Attica, Central Greece, Crete, and parts of the North and South Aegean under heightened wildfire threat. Citizens are urged to avoid activities that could spark fires.
Dozens of wildfires broke out across Greece on Tuesday, just days after a deadly weekend blaze. Prolonged drought, high winds and soaring temperatures have pushed fire risk to Level 4, with evacuations ordered in several regions.
