A major wildfire broke out on Thursday afternoon (3/7/2025) near the road to Neo Kokkino, at the border of Phthiotis and Boeotia. The fire started in a forested agricultural area, prompting immediate response efforts. Authorities mobilized 19 firefighting vehicles with 65 firefighters, along with two teams from the 4th Rapid Intervention Mobile Unit (EMODE). Three aircraft based in Nea Anchialos were dispatched to assist, having previously contributed significantly to extinguishing fires in Rachoni. Additional aerial support came from PZL planes and a helicopter.
The regional authorities provided two water tankers and two heavy machinery units, while the Civil Protection Department of Lokroi Municipality also contributed one water tanker. Another water tanker was offered by the Regional Unit of Boeotia. Due to the incident, firefighting services in Phthiotis have been placed on general alert, while services in the remaining four regional units are under partial readiness, according to LamiaReport.