Firefighting crews worked tirelessly overnight in Asprochori to prevent a wildfire from reaching residential areas, and their efforts successfully kept homes undamaged. As aircraft resumed operations at daylight, they helped contain remaining hotspots. On the island of Thassos, a separate fire broke out in Glykadi but was swiftly managed by ground teams and aircraft, preventing any threat to homes despite the cause being still unknown. The firefighting operation involved 55 firefighters along with local volunteers and necessary equipment.
Firefighting crews worked through the night in Asprochori to stop the blaze from reaching residential areas, which have remained undamaged. Aircraft resumed operations at first light on Thursday, helping to contain lingering hotspots.
On Thassos, the fire broke out late Wednesday in Glykadi, near the island's main port. While the cause remains unknown, a rapid response by ground teams and aircraft prevented the fire from threatening homes.
A total of 55 firefighters, supported by local volunteers, vehicles, and equipment, were deployed in the firefighting effort.
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