A wildfire reignited near Karystos in Evia on Sunday afternoon, June 21, 2026, according to evia online. Firefighting units already deployed across the island rushed to the site to contain the blaze.
Arson Under Investigation
According to the same source, the Fire Service’s investigative unit is seriously examining the possibility that Saturday’s major fire in Karystos was deliberately set. Several factors are reportedly supporting this line of inquiry:
First, satellite and ground imagery—published by evia online—shows the fire originated directly beside a rural road with very low traffic, making accidental ignition unlikely. Second, there are no electricity lines or other potential ignition sources—such as gas pipelines or industrial infrastructure—in the immediate vicinity.
Investigations remain ongoing pending the final forensic report. The original fire had been contained as of Saturday night.