A fire broke out late Saturday evening, July 4, 2026, in the Oreokastro municipality near Thessaloniki, triggering a renewed emergency response. According to the Hellenic Fire Service, the blaze started around 8:30 p.m., prompting the deployment of 40 firefighters, 20 vehicles, and one aircraft. Water tankers from the Region of Central Macedonia also joined the operation.
Evacuation Order for Anthoupoli
The national emergency number 112 issued an immediate evacuation alert for Anthoupoli — a residential area within Oreokastro — directing residents to move toward Titan, a nearby location. The official message read: “If you are in the Anthoupoli area of the Thessaloniki Regional Unit, evacuate immediately toward TITAN.”
The alert was shared via social media by @112Greece, urging residents to follow instructions from authorities and linking to further guidance. The fire remains active, with both ground and aerial units continuing suppression efforts.