Greek civil protection authorities have placed Crete, Rhodes, and Karpathos under extreme fire danger alerts due to intense heat and strong winds. Emergency services are on high standby as residents and tourists are urged to exercise strict caution against wildfires.

Civil protection agencies in northern Tulcea County issued an emergency alert warning residents of potential falling objects from airspace, prompting local safety precautions.

Regarding the fire season so far, the extreme conditions under which the Civil Protection mechanism was called upon to operate in the major fires of the summer were mentioned...

Greek civil protection authorities have issued orange and yellow fire warnings for Thursday due to persistent dry conditions and high temperatures expected to fuel potential blazes.

A left-wing front lawmaker criticized the government's handling of recent wildfires, questioning the use of military aircraft for firefighting and calling for the interior minister's resignation due to inadequate civil protection measures.

Nikola Jovanović of the Center for Local Self-Government highlighted that despite legal obligations, the city of Belgrade has failed to establish an operational civil defense and protection framework.

The European Union has dispatched emergency assistance to Serbia through its Civil Protection Mechanism, responding within hours to Serbia's request for help in extinguishing severe wildfires affecting a special nature reserve.

Serbian Interior Minister Ivica Dačić thanked international firefighting and rescue teams from Romania, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic, deployed via the EU Civil Protection Mechanism, for their efforts in extinguishing a wildfire in Deliblatska Peščara.

Mexico City's Civil Protection has activated a yellow alert across the entire city, anticipating 15 to 29 mm of rain and possible hail between 3 PM and 8 PM on Saturday, August 22.

Italy's Civil Protection is continuously deployed, now responding to heavy thunderstorms that have affected the entire northern region since Thursday, following earlier wildfires.

Firefighters have managed to control the flames of a fire in Arouca, Portugal, though civil protection authorities remain vigilant.

A new firefighting and rescue fast craft, costing close to €4.5 million and capable of operating in rough seas at speeds of 32 knots, has arrived in Lavrio, Greece, as part of a modernization effort for Civil Protection.

A wildfire in the Plješevica area near Bihać, Bosnia, has been localized, but the head of the city's Civil Protection warned about limited capacities and that over 90% of fires are human-caused.

The Greek government is being criticized for its alleged inability to protect lives and property over the past seven years, with claims that billions in secured resources for civil protection were lost due to Prime Minister Mitsotakis's responsibility.

Payments to fire victims in Mandra are expected by the end of the week, as the Deputy Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Kostas Katsafados, highlighted the state mechanism's immediate mobilization. He also noted that nearly 300 arrests for arson have been made this year.

Italy's Civil Protection has issued a yellow weather and hydrogeological alert for 10 regions across the country, from north to south, due to widespread rain and thunderstorms.

Due to a prolonged dry spell and high temperatures, Tuzla has increased the risk of open-air fires, leading the city's Civil Protection Service to issue an appeal for caution and impose fines up to 1,500 KM for starting fires.

The Federal Administration of Civil Protection (FUCZ) has deployed a specialized unit to Konjic, Bosnia and Herzegovina, to assist in extinguishing a fire following an appeal for help and a situation assessment.

Greece's Risk Assessment Committee convened to discuss wind developments in the coming days, with the presence of the Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection.

Greece has experienced 2,700 wildfires since the start of the fire season, with over 500 breaking out in August alone, according to Civil Protection Minister Evangelos Tournas. Fire crews remain deployed in 11 previously affected areas.

Greek Minister for Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Evangelos Tournas, has called for increased readiness and full mobilization of state mechanisms, stating that areas with a Category 4 fire risk will now be treated as Category 5.

Greece's Minister of Civil Protection, Evangelos Tournas, announced that 2,700 wildfires have occurred since the start of the fire season, with over 500 recorded in August, leading to 286 arrests.

Greece's Civil Protection is on full alert, preparing for a critical period with 'Hot Dry Windy' weather forecast for the next 48 hours. Extreme fire risk is predicted for Thursday, with a 'red' alert issued for Attica and three other regions, marking the second time this fire season the risk map has reached category 5.

Greece's Coordinating Body for Civil Protection, with Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Evangelos Tournas present, convened to assess the wildfire situation, declaring the upcoming day as extremely critical with no room for complacency.

A body was discovered inside a car in Greece, as civil protection services issued a '112' alert calling citizens to remain on standby, indicating an ongoing emergency with a contained front line.

New university courses in Enogastronomy, Gerontology, and Civil Protection Risks are set to launch in Gouveia for the 2026-27 academic year, offered by UPG with municipal support.

According to the Fire Risk Prediction Map issued by the General Secretariat for Civil Protection, a very high fire risk (category 4) is predicted for Tuesday, August 11th, 2026, in Greece.

Evangelos Tournas, the Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, visited Kouvaras in Attica following a fire that broke out in the area on Monday morning.

Evangelos Tournas, Minister of Civil Protection, highlighted the challenging period with strong winds, high temperatures, and increased dryness, noting over 400 wildfires in 10 days and discussing a "Plan B" for Attica-Boeotia and the role of AntiNero.

Greece's Civil Protection has convened a Risk Assessment Committee to address the dangerous combination of a heatwave and strong winds, with the Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection present.

Catalonia has reactivated its Inuncat flood plan in anticipation of intense storms and the risk of river swelling this Friday and Saturday. Civil Protection urges the public to exercise extreme caution in areas prone to rapid water accumulation, such as ravines and torrents.

SYRIZA-PS has submitted a parliamentary question with 12 specific inquiries, demanding clear answers regarding the delays and deactivations of critical civil protection projects.

Damage assessment teams have commenced inspections in Porto Germeno, Greece, after a recent fire, with the Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Minister visiting the area to oversee the efforts.

The Greek government faces criticism for its shortcomings and failures in civil protection and fire prevention, with references to Prime Minister Mitsotakis's past declarations about strengthening civil protection through the AIGIS program.

Firefighters and Civil Protection volunteers were dismayed to discover the origin of a fire in Burgohondo, Ávila, was illegal machinery work, which they knew local ranchers had commissioned.

A new decree, effective Saturday, amends Portugal's Civil Protection Basic Law to include animals. Municipalities will now be required to plan for animal search, rescue, and aid during catastrophes.

Amid ongoing wildfires, there is a call for substantial reinforcement of Civil Protection in Greece, with officials stating that adverse weather conditions cannot be an excuse for long-standing deficiencies.

Deputy Minister of Civil Protection Kostas Katsafados is initiating a series of meetings and coordination efforts in areas recently affected by wildfires. The goal is to coordinate all involved agencies, with a meeting scheduled for tomorrow at 11:00 AM.

The Attica region of Greece will remain on orange alert (risk category 4) for fire danger on Monday, August 3rd, according to the Fire Risk Prediction Map issued by the General Secretariat for Civil Protection.

France has requested the activation of a comprehensive Civil Protection Mechanism, enabling the European Union to quickly coordinate aid efforts in response to a wildfire in the Gironde region.

An urbanization in La Adrada, Ávila, Spain, has been evacuated following a flare-up of the Burgohondo wildfire. Civil Protection issued an ES-Alert for immediate evacuation.

The Valpaços fire, which started on Tuesday and spread across the municipalities of Vinhais, Mirandela, and Macedo de Cavaleiros, has been brought under control by Civil Protection authorities.

Ukraine's Prime Minister has ordered relevant ministries and regional military administrations to immediately inspect all civil protection shelters. The inspection aims to ensure shelters are properly maintained and fully accessible to the public.

The Copernicus/Emergency Management Service – Mapping has been activated by the General Secretariat for Civil Protection for a fire that broke out on July 29 in the Municipality of Agios Vasileios, Rethymno, Greece.

Three associations have submitted a proposal to the Secretary of State for Civil Protection on July 23rd, outlining a plan for a firefighter condition supplement to be implemented in phases between 2027 and 2030.

Seven operational personnel, including five civil protection agents, sustained minor injuries while combating ongoing wildfires in the Guarda and Vila Verde regions of Portugal.

Authorities in Rhodes, Greece, remain on high alert due to weather conditions favoring the outbreak and spread of wildfires. Civil Protection services are on continuous standby for immediate intervention.

Slovak firefighters are deploying to southwestern France to assist in combating massive forest fires in the Gironde region. They will be stationed in the municipality of Saumos near Cap Ferret to reinforce civil protection efforts.

The head of Calabria's Civil Protection, Costarella, has reported that arsonists are allegedly using cats with flammable rags tied to their tails as incendiary devices to start fires in the region.

Bear Brown, a star of 'Alaskan Bush People,' has been granted a temporary civil protection order against a man he alleges stalked him while searching for his late brother, Matt.

Greece has experienced 39 wildfires in the last 24 hours, with a high risk (Category 3) of new fires predicted for 21 regional units on Tuesday. The General Secretariat for Civil Protection urges citizens to exercise extreme caution.

A high risk of wildfires (category 3) is predicted for Monday, July 20, in several areas of Greece, including Attica and Evia, prompting a yellow warning from the General Secretariat for Civil Protection.

The Civil Protection Staff of Mostar has announced the relocation of the temporary waste transshipment station from its current location in Sjeverni logor to Bišće Polje.

Greek Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Evangelos Tournas, announced that approximately 1,700 wildfires have occurred since the start of the fire season, emphasizing prevention and immediate intervention.

A regulation published in Portugal's official gazette outlines the conditions for access and operation of a new Civil Protection Volunteer Corps in Pedrógão Grande, with local officials reporting public interest in joining.

The first contingent of Moldovan firefighters, specialized in combating forest fires, departed for the Thessaloniki region of Greece to assist local authorities within the EU Civil Protection Mechanism.

Spanish leaders Sánchez and Moreno have warned that wildfires are becoming 'increasingly dramatic' due to the climate crisis, advocating for specific training in civil protection and emergency response in education.

Concerns are high over recent landslides on a steep section of Myrtos beach in Kefalonia, Greece, prompting the Civil Protection Risk Assessment Committee to convene for emergency measures.

The Portuguese party Iniciativa Liberal (IL), led by Mariana Leitão, is advancing with a proposal for a new framework law for Civil Protection. The proposal, to be presented this Monday, aims to center the citizen and focus on a logic of prevention.

A Risk Assessment Committee convened by the Secretary General for Civil Protection issued immediate implementation guidelines following a landslide in Myrtos, Kefalonia, Greece.

Greece has formalized the process for supporting Volunteer Civil Protection Organizations, including providing materials, equipment, and subsidies. This initiative aims to strengthen the country's civil protection capabilities.

Poland is looking to involve the private sector to fund the construction of modern shelters, as building a comprehensive civil protection system may be more challenging without private engagement.

Two Portuguese Air Force planes have departed with 12 tons of aid for Caracas, Venezuela, sent through the European Civil Protection Mechanism and expected to arrive on Wednesday.

Kostas Katsafados, Deputy Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, is in Thessaloniki today to address the fire in Oreokastro, where he will hold a meeting with local mayors.

PASOK Thessaloniki expressed solidarity with citizens affected by a fire in Oreokastro, emphasizing that civil protection should not be limited to crisis management.

The person was evaluated and it was determined that they were conscious; they did not present apparent injuries.

Greek Minister Tournas announced comprehensive updates to the national civil protection mechanism, focusing on faster disaster recovery, improved prevention measures, and streamlined support for affected citizens.

The Greek Deputy Minister announced that repairs and rebuilding for structures damaged in recent wildfires will commence on September 1, alongside updates to civil protection protocols and Greece-Turkey diplomatic developments.

A severe heatwave is sweeping across Italy, prompting civil protection authorities to issue red alerts for eight cities this Friday. Residents are urged to take precautions as temperatures soar well above seasonal averages.

Civil protection agencies forecast partly cloudy skies, intermittent light precipitation, and moderate winds for Mexico City on Tuesday, with highs reaching 23°C.

A high risk of fire, categorized as risk level 3, is predicted for a large part of Greece today, with several regions placed under a 'yellow' alert according to the Civil Protection's Fire Risk Prediction Map.

The European Commission announced that Serbian authorities have activated the European Union Civil Protection Mechanism. This activation indicates Serbia's request for assistance or coordination in response to an emergency.

Heavy rains have led to widespread flooding across Caracas, Venezuela, prompting the activation of the Civil Protection. The severe weather has caused significant disruption in the capital city.

More than 110 emergency personnel and five aircraft are actively combating a wildfire in Fundão, Portugal, according to the National Emergency and Civil Protection Authority.

Six train cars containing a toxic chemical derailed in Lerdo, Durango, Mexico, though civil protection and firefighters reported no risk to the population.

Over 30 areas across Greece are under a high-risk warning for wildfires today, August 20, according to the General Secretariat for Civil Protection's Fire Risk Prediction Map.

Payments have been completed for 59 businesses in Chios that were affected by recent fires, as part of a special support scheme from the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection.

Two Croatian Canadair planes have been dispatched to Bosnia and Herzegovina to help extinguish a large fire in the Bosansko Grahovo municipality, which is part of the Grmeč area where a wildfire has been active for five days, with forestry workers, firefighters, and civil protection teams on the ground.

Due to ongoing water supply issues in Banja Luka, Civil Protection and fire-rescue units are offering free water delivery to residents via tankers.

The Deputy Minister for Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Kostas Katsafados, discussed the state mechanism's response to wildfires and extreme weather, stating that the climate crisis does not start fires and noting nearly 300 arson arrests this year.

Belgium has activated the European Union's Civil Protection Mechanism to request international assistance in combating ongoing wildfires within the country.

A large part of Greece remains on 'Red Code' alert for fire risk for Sunday, August 16. According to the General Secretariat for Civil Protection, four specific areas face the highest risk of wildfires.

The Federal Administration of Civil Protection (FUCZ) has deployed a specialized civil protection unit for open-space firefighting to assist in extinguishing a fire in the Konjic area. This action follows an appeal for help and an assessment of the situation.

The General Director of Planning and Infrastructure and Regional Coordinator of Civil Protection for Central Macedonia, Babis Stergiadis, discusses the major wildfires that have affected Halkidiki, Greece, in recent years and the unique characteristics of the region.

Attica and two other regions in Greece have been placed on red alert for wildfire risk due to a combination of high winds, expected to reach up to 9 on the Beaufort scale, and soaring temperatures. Civil Protection authorities are on standby.

Greece's Civil Protection Coordinating Body, led by Evangelos Tournas, convened to address the extreme fire risk for Friday, August 14, declaring that Category 4 areas will be treated with the same urgency as Category 5, placing several regions under a Red Code.

Greek Civil Protection and the Fire Service have issued strong appeals and warned of strict penalties against starting fires, as extreme meteorological conditions mark one of the most difficult days of the anti-fire season.

Civil Protection in Madeira has issued an alert for a high risk of rural fires in the coming days, as a yellow warning for prolonged hot weather extends until Friday evening.

Former Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has pledged to eradicate "corruption party" practices and enhance civil protection measures, asserting that these goals can be achieved without increasing taxes.

One person was found dead inside a car during the extinguishing of a fire in Spata, Greece, as confirmed by the Deputy Mayor of Civil Protection.

Há um dispositivo especial preparado para combater o risco de incêndio rural. Ainda, Presidente da República lamenta as mortes provocacas pelo sismo na Colômbia.

A wildfire continues to burn between Tržič and Devin, with civil protection teams monitoring wind strength and direction that could reignite the blaze. Authorities have requested firefighting aircraft to help contain the spread.

A fire that erupted between a paper mill and a former shopping complex near Tržič, Slovenia, has been extinguished, but the danger has not completely passed. Civil protection teams are monitoring individual spots where flames may still appear, with ongoing remediation efforts.

Evangelos Tournas, Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, addressed the unprecedented extreme conditions faced by the Fire Service recently, emphasizing that there is no room for complacency against such phenomena during a Risk Assessment Committee meeting.

The Municipal Civil Protection Service of Posušje has issued an urgent warning to citizens, tourists, and visitors about the danger of fires in Blidinje Nature Park, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Greek Minister of State Akis Skertsos expressed sorrow for the lives lost among firefighters and pilots battling wildfires, emphasizing the commitment to honor their memory through continued efforts in civil protection.

Catalonia has activated its Inuncat flood plan in anticipation of strong storms forecast for Thursday afternoon, with Civil Protection advising residents to avoid rivers and ravines due to expected rainfall of up to 40 liters per square meter in 30 minutes.

Orange code for heatwave in Bucharest and Ilfov, with temperatures up to 38 degrees. Civil Protection recommendations for the population.

Evangelos Tournas, the Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, visited the areas of Psatha, Loumba, and Megara late last night to meet with firefighters and volunteers and receive updates on the wildfire situation.

Civil Protection has issued a flood alert for Girona and Barcelona for Tuesday, as meteorological services warn of heavy rainfall, potentially exceeding 20 liters per square meter in 30 minutes, and accompanied by storms and hail.

Forty new firefighter trainees were formally lined up in front of the Cantonal Civil Protection Administration building in Sarajevo.

Kostas Katsafados, Deputy Minister for Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, emphasized the need for immediate support for citizens affected by large wildfires, promising 100% state support for damaged homes.

Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Konstantinos Tasoulas visited the Civil Protection Coordination Center. Their visit highlights their engagement with the country's emergency response efforts.

Civil Protection authorities report that a fire in Valpaços, Portugal, is currently under control but has not yet been fully extinguished. Operational teams remain on the ground to manage the situation.

Civil Protection in Catalonia has activated an alert phase for intense rainfall, with the Inuncat plan warning of an episode that could bring up to 20 liters per square meter in half an hour to the Pyrenees and Terres de l'Ebre regions.

A team from the Federal Civil Protection Administration (FUCZ) has traveled to the Russian Federation to retrieve the vehicles and equipment belonging to the deceased members of the Zenica Mountain Rescue Service (GSS). The mission also includes the retrieval of the bodies of the mountaineers who perished.

A wildfire in Valpaços, Portugal, currently has five active fronts, according to the 2nd Regional Commander of Emergency and Civil Protection of the North.

More than 120 Portuguese operational personnel and 40 vehicles are returning to Portugal after assisting in combating wildfires near Madrid, Spain, following a request for support.

Cameroon and the Arab Republic of Egypt have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral relations, focusing on security, civil protection, and disaster management during a high-level audience in Yaounde.

Greece has recorded its lowest wildfire risk since July 2020, according to the Ministry of Civil Protection and Climate Crisis. The risk map currently shows a "blue" level of danger, indicating a significant decrease in fire potential during the heart of summer.

The Kaizen Foundation, an international charitable organization funded by Kaizen Gaming, has completed the first phase of its donation to Greece's Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection and the Fire Department.

The Kaizen Foundation, funded by Kaizen Gaming, has completed the first phase of its donation to the Greek Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection and the Fire Department.

Greece's Civil Protection has issued a warning for a very high risk of wildfires on Thursday in Attica, Evia, and Rhodes, with several other areas also under elevated risk.

Greece's National Civil Protection Mechanism has been fully mobilized due to an extreme risk of wildfires on Wednesday, following a meeting of the Risk Assessment Committee and the Civil Protection Coordinating Body.

Civil Protection has allowed residents of several towns in Cinco Villas, including Luesia and Uncastillo, to return home as the wildfire, which has burned 15,000 hectares, shows favorable evolution.

The Portuguese Special Civil Protection Force is commencing a five-day national strike. This industrial action is expected to impact civil protection services across the country.

Algeria has urgently recalled civil protection personnel to combat over 100 wildfires, as temperatures are forecast to reach 48C or higher in some areas through Sunday.

Slovenia's Civil Protection and Disaster Relief Administration has lifted the high fire risk in natural environments for municipalities in the Kranj, Slovenj Gradec, Maribor, Ptuj, and Murska Sobota areas due to recent rainfall, while the risk remains in the southern parts of the country.

Italy's Civil Protection operational center is coordinating the deployment of 15 Canadair aircraft to battle wildfires across the peninsula, with particular concern for the unprecedented difficulties faced in the North.

A fire that broke out in Rudine, near Maglaj, was successfully brought under control thanks to the quick intervention of civil protection, firefighters, and the first engagement of the Zenica-Doboj Canton helicopter service in firefighting.

Bulgaria's General Directorate for Fire Safety and Civil Protection has received new equipment, including 29 drones, funded by a European project, with officials expressing hope it won't be needed this summer.

Thessaloniki and Kilkis have been placed on orange alert due to a very high risk of wildfires, leading to traffic bans in areas like Seich Sou and other forest lands. Civil Protection is on increased vigilance as a significant portion of Greece faces a yellow alert for fire danger.

An 'orange' alert has been issued for Thessaloniki and Kilkis in Greece, with traffic bans in Kassandra and Sithonia, as the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection urges increased vigilance.

Forest fires in France have ravaged twice the land area compared to the same period last year, according to the head of civil protection.

According to a report from the Head of the Civil Protection Operational Center of Herzegovina-Neretva Canton, nearly 900 fires of varying intensity have been recorded in the canton since the beginning of 2026, with about 400 occurring in the last month and a half.

A coalition involving municipal power, fire brigades, civil protection, and journalism is accused of perpetuating unhelpful myths about fire management in Portugal.

The Civil Protection Staff of Mostar has requested an extraordinary session of the City Council to address the damage and remediation efforts at the Uborak landfill.

A meeting is being held in Thessaloniki concerning the fire in Oraiokastro, with the presence of Deputy Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Kostas Katsafados. Firefighters are described as 'marathon runners with the speed of a 100-meter runner' in their efforts.

An emergency meeting was held at the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, initiated by Deputy Minister Kostas Katsafados, to activate the framework for recording and restoring damages from the Oreokastro wildfire.

Civil protection agencies and IPN researchers are conducting geomorphological assessments and holding community meetings in Ticomán to improve disaster preparedness.

Authorities highlight permanent prevention efforts as the district managed over 1,100 emergencies between late 2025 and mid-2026, strengthening coordination and preparedness measures.

Civil Protection forecasts hot temperatures reaching 25°C, scattered clouds, electrical storms with hail, and wind gusts up to 40 km/h across the capital on Wednesday.

Portuguese civil protection responded to a vehicle accident on the southbound A8 highway near toll gates, resulting in one fatal casualty.

Mexico's civil protection agency explained that seismic waves are perceived differently across the city depending on local soil conditions, with some areas experiencing weaker accelerations even when the epicenter is distant.

Xoco General Hospital in Mexico City was evacuated following a suspected gas leak, but civil protection authorities later ruled out any risk after inspection. Hospital activities were allowed to resume as normal.

Portugal's Civil Protection agency admits it cannot accurately calculate the cost of each major fire due to dispersed financial and operational data across various systems.

A high risk of wildfires (Category 3) is forecast for today, Sunday, according to the General Secretariat for Civil Protection's Fire Risk Prediction Map, with most of the country under a 'yellow' alert.

Civil Protection authorities have issued recommendations for the public to take precautions ahead of anticipated strong rain and wind starting Sunday. The advisory aims to ensure safety during adverse weather conditions.

A wildfire in the Vranovine locality near Goražde, Bosnia and Herzegovina, which had been spreading towards the Federation of BiH, has been brought under control by a helicopter from the Zenica-Doboj Canton Civil Protection.

Civil protection authorities in Mexico City are forecasting hot weather, electrical activity, and showers with strong wind gusts across much of the capital.

Mexico City's Secretariat of Comprehensive Risk Management and Civil Protection has issued a yellow alert for heavy rains and potential hail in 12 boroughs, expected between 4 PM and 10 PM.

Iceland's Department of Civil Protection and Emergency Management has officially lifted the uncertainty level for the Askja volcano. This decision indicates a reduction in the immediate threat posed by the volcanic activity.

Portugal's Civil Protection agency has prohibited the use of fire in rural areas due to fire risk and issued recommendations for coping with heat, including hydration and sun protection.

Damage assessment has begun in Salamina and Halkidiki following recent wildfires, with officials meeting to coordinate efforts. Victims in Salamina describe extensive destruction, while the Deputy Minister of Civil Protection attended a meeting in Kassandra, Halkidiki.

Victims of the August 13th fire in Kassandra, Halkidiki, Greece, can apply for an extension of their temporary hotel accommodation, as announced by Civil Protection.

Most regions of Greece are under a Red Code alert for Sunday, as the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection has forecast a category 4 risk of fire due to prevailing conditions.

Greece has declared a red alert for August 15 due to forecasts of storm-force winds, reaching up to Force 9, in the Aegean Sea. Civil Protection has issued warnings for 19 regions across the country.

Greek Minister of State Akis Skertsos attacked former Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras over civil protection matters, stating that civil protection should not be a field for cheap political confrontation.

The Risk Assessment Committee convened again on Friday, at the invitation of the Secretary General for Civil Protection, Nikos Papaevstathiou, with the Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Evangelos Tournas, present, to address stormy winds expected to continue into Saturday.

Greece's Civil Protection mechanism is on high alert as stormy winds, expected to reach up to 113 km/h (9 Beaufort) in the Aegean, Attica, and Evia, are forecast to intensify.

Despite the Bura wind frequently endangering tourists, the Croatian Civil Protection states that the decision to issue SRUUK warnings rests with DHMZ, with Civil Protection serving only as a technical tool for transmission.

Renovation works at the Pasteleira building will accommodate over 100 new jobs for Civil Protection, with proposals accepted until September 10 and a 240-day execution period.

An extreme fire risk has been declared for Thursday in six regions across Greece, prompting Minister Evangelos Tournas to convene a Civil Protection Coordinating Body meeting and warn against any complacency.

SYRIZA-PS member Vasiliki Lazou criticized the Mitsotakis government, stating that after seven years in power, Greece lacks effective civil protection and that the government is 'extinguishing equipment and resources' instead of wildfires.

Representatives of professional firefighters from the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH) have met with the interim director of the Federal Civil Protection Administration, Aldin, to advocate for more favorable retirement conditions.

A decision was signed by the Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Evangelos Tournas, to increase working hours, overtime, night shifts, and exceptional days off for seasonal firefighters in Greece.

The wildfire in Kouvaras, Attica, shows an improved picture with the fire partially contained, though numerous smoke points remain. The Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Evangelos Tournas, visited the area to be briefed, and the Mayor of Saronikos confirmed the improved situation.

Greece is on high alert for wildfires due to strong winds reaching up to 9 Beaufort, with half the country placed under a 'red code' warning. Drones and thermal cameras are being used to monitor Attica, and an emergency meeting of Civil Protection was held.

Animal rescue operations in Portugal are being transferred to civil protection, a move deemed positive by the National Animal Ombudsman, who emphasizes the need for improved training and resources.

Kostas Katsafados, Deputy Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, stated in an interview that the government aims to provide swift and hassle-free support and compensation to those affected by recent natural disasters.

MOTOR OIL (Hellas) S.A. and the Vardinogiannis family are significantly enhancing the civil protection of the Municipality of Agios Vasileios with a donation of firefighting vehicles and equipment.

The Portuguese Secretary of State for Civil Protection states the focus is on combating fires, while the Socialist Party (PS) is pressing the government to define a timeline for implementing fire prevention measures by September.

There is a notable increase in volunteerism within civil protection and rescue services. This trend highlights growing community engagement in emergency response efforts.

Starting Saturday, animal rescue operations will be formally integrated into Portugal's civil protection plans, broadening the scope of activities aimed at preventing collective risks from severe accidents or catastrophes.

Greece's PASOK party has called for a new doctrine and structural changes in Civil Protection, criticizing the New Democracy government's handling of wildfires as one of the worst periods in post-junta history for burned areas.

A passenger bus overturned in Algeria's Boumerdès governorate, killing at least 25 people and injuring 44. The Civil Protection agency reported the incident.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis visited the Civil Protection Coordination Center with Konstantinos Tasoulas. The visit comes as critics argue that the Prime Minister's investments in civil protection have not yielded adequate results.

Long queues at the Karasovići border crossing in southern Croatia have caused complete chaos, forcing the Konavle municipality to activate its civil protection headquarters as people wait up to 28 hours in cars.

'It has megafire characteristics': What Civil Protection sources tell iefimerida about the difficult fire in Attica-Voiotia

The fire that erupted in Valpaços on Tuesday and affected Mirandela, Vinhais, and Macedo de Cavaleiros has been declared under control by Civil Protection authorities. Faro is currently under a yellow warning due to high temperatures.

The Coordinating Body for Civil Protection convened with Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Evangelos Tournas, following a call by Secretary General Nikos Papaevstathiou, to address the extreme risk of wildfires and urge public responsibility.

SYRIZA-PS spokesperson criticizes Prime Minister Mitsotakis' statements, asserting they do not erase years of neglect and devaluation of firefighters and civil protection in Greece.

Civil Protection has ordered the confinement of two villages, Masllorenç and Masarbones, and several urbanizations due to a wildfire in Masllorenç, Spain.

A wildfire that erupted on Monday afternoon in Rochoso, Guarda, has been brought under control by civil protection services overnight, though dozens of municipalities remain at maximum risk.

President Maia Sandu announced that Moldovan firefighters continue to participate in extinguishing forest fires in Greece as part of the EU Civil Protection Mechanism.

Contracts have been signed in the Cantonal Civil Protection Administration of Sarajevo Canton for the allocation of 3.1 million KM in financial resources to municipalities for equipping their protection and rescue structures.

Swedish civil protection is on alert for a 45-degree heatwave, with recommendations for the elderly to go out early.

The General Secretariat for Civil Protection in Greece has issued new warnings to citizens, urging caution due to high temperatures and concerns about impending severe weather phenomena.

Greek Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Evangelos Tournas warned that Wednesday's weather conditions could resemble those during the devastating Mati fire, prompting an alert among authorities.

A high risk of wildfires (Category 3) is predicted for several regions across Greece today, including Attica, which has been placed on yellow alert according to the daily Fire Risk Prediction Map issued by the General Secretariat for Civil Protection.

Following a recent tragedy, the civil protection minister has vowed to enhance swimming pool safety measures. This commitment aims to prevent future incidents and improve public safety.

A wildfire burning in a scrubland area in São Pedro do Esteval, Proença-a-Nova, since 2:56 PM, is now 40% under control, with civil protection reporting favorable combat efforts.

At least 11 people have died and 19 others were injured in a devastating fire at an orphanage in a suburb of Algiers, Algeria. Civil protection services are still working to bring the blaze under control.

Firefighters are working to control a forest fire in Rubió, Catalonia, which has already consumed 25 hectares. Civil Protection has also ordered the confinement of three urbanizations due to another fire declared between Cunit and Cubelles.

The Civil Protection Staff of the City of Mostar held a session to analyze the current situation and further steps regarding landfill remediation and protecting the health of citizens.

Following twin earthquakes that rendered a hospital in Maiquetía unusable, Italy's Civil Protection Agency has extended assistance to Venezuela by providing a new medical facility.

A fire in the São Francisco neighborhood of Camarate, believed to have started in a warehouse, has mobilized more than 40 firefighters, according to Civil Protection.

Greek Civil Protection has issued a strong appeal for increased vigilance to all citizens due to a very high risk of fire. The Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection released an announcement urging heightened awareness.

The National Emergency and Civil Protection Authority (ANEPC) has guaranteed that expenses for fire brigades in Pombal, Marinha Grande, Ourém, and Pedrógão Grande, which have been accumulating since January, will be paid by the end of July.

France is preparing to activate its extreme heat emergency plan for the first time, a civil protection mechanism designed to mobilize additional resources and assist isolated individuals.

Businesses impacted by the July 4th fire in Oraiokastro, Greece, can now apply for state aid until September 4th, with applications submitted to the Civil Protection Department of the Metropolitan Unit of Thessaloniki.

The aftermath of a fire in Greece has brought to light deficiencies in prevention, with concerns raised about a toxic cloud, industrial explosions, and the effectiveness of civil protection measures.

Helsinki boasts a remarkable bunker system capable of sheltering its entire population of one million people, attracting foreign delegations eager to learn from Finland's civil protection model.