A wildfire broke out this afternoon (June 30, 2026) around 2:30 p.m. in an agricultural area of Derveni, within the municipality of Oraiokastro in Thessaloniki. According to thestival.gr, the fire — which ignited in a field — is currently consuming cereal crops and dry grass. Thick smoke is visible from a distance.
Emergency Response Underway
To tackle the blaze, authorities have deployed 25 firefighters supported by nine vehicles and one helicopter. Strong winds at the site are hampering containment efforts.
No Immediate Threat to Populated Areas
As of the latest reports, the flames do not pose an immediate threat to nearby residential areas.