Firefighting forces of Ilia were on the scene early Tuesday morning (April 22, 2025), as a fire erupted near Ancient Olympia. The blaze started in a grassy area in the Ypsilo settlement under unclear circumstances. Eighteen firefighters with six vehicles and one ground team rushed to the location, according to iliaenimerosi.gr. Authorities in Ancient Olympia requested aerial support to quickly bring the fire under control.
Fire Breaks Out in Ancient Olympia: Significant Firefighting Efforts Underway
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