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Fire in agricultural area in Ierapetra, 112 alert for evacuation issued.

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A fire broke out on July 6, 2026, in an agricultural and forest area in the municipality of Ierapetra, Lasithi.
Emergency services deployed strong firefighting forces, including 49 firefighters, to combat the blaze.
Residents of the nearby area of Bramiana received an evacuation message sent by the emergency services number 112.
Two helicopters were mobilized to assist in firefighting efforts on-site.
The cause of the fire has not been detailed in the reports.

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A wildfire broke out on July 6, 2026, in an agricultural and forested area within the municipality of Ierapetra, Lasithi. Firefighting crews were quickly mobilized to combat the blaze, with reports indicating that 49 firefighters were deployed to tackle the situation. The fire prompted authorities to issue an emergency message to residents via the 112 emergency alert system, advising them to evacuate the area of Bramiána due to safety concerns.

In response to the fire, aerial firefighting efforts were also initiated, with at least two helicopters dispatched to assist ground crews in controlling the flames. The authorities are actively monitoring the situation as they work to suppress the fire and ensure the safety of the local population and surrounding environment.

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