A wildfire broke out in the Avantas area of Alexandroupoli shortly after 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, 2026. The blaze is currently burning low-lying vegetation.
Large-Scale Emergency Response
Greek Fire Service units were deployed immediately to the site, utilizing both ground and aerial resources. According to official reports, 23 firefighters are on scene, alongside a徒步 (foot) unit from the 7th Mobile Unit for Disaster Response (EMODE), and six fire engines. From the air, one helicopter and three firefighting aircraft are conducting water-dropping operations.
In addition, water tankers from the Region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace are supporting suppression efforts.
Investigation Launched
Meanwhile, a team from the Evros District Arson Investigation Unit has been dispatched to the area to determine the cause of the fire.