Fire breaks out in Gazi Heraklion; helicopter involved in firefighting efforts.

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A fire has broken out in the Gazi area of Heraklion, Crete.
Strong winds are complicating firefighting efforts in a difficult-to-access area.
Thirty firefighters, including a ground unit, are working on the scene with nine vehicles.
An aerial firefighting team, including a helicopter, has also been deployed.
The fire is affecting agricultural and forested land in the region.

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A fire broke out in the area of Gazi, Heraklion, on July 6, 2026, prompting an immediate response from firefighting services. The blaze, which is affecting a remote agricultural and forest region, has drawn attention due to the strong winds in the area that may complicate firefighting efforts.

Emergency responders include 30 firefighters, supported by a group from the ground units of the Fire Brigade, and there are nine firefighting vehicles on-site. Additionally, aerial support has been mobilized, with one helicopter assisting in combatting the fire. The challenging terrain has posed significant difficulties for the teams engaged in the firefighting operation.

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