Forest fires continue on the Greek islands of Scythia and Andros

According to the news in the Greek media, the fire that broke out in the forest area in the Atsitsa region of Iskiri Island yesterday at around 16:00 local time continues today.

While fire crews' ground extinguishing efforts continued all night, aerial extinguishing efforts were also started at the first light of the day.

4 firefighting aircraft and 2 firefighting helicopters were assigned to the region. Firefighters from other regions were also directed to the island.

On the other hand, according to the statement made by the Fire Department, a fire broke out in the forest area on Andros Island this morning. The fire is being intervened from the air and land.