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New fire in Kilkis, improved situation in Koutfalia, Rhodes fire under control

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A new wildfire has erupted in Kilikis, Greece, amidst ongoing firefighting efforts in multiple regions.
The situation in Koutfalia, Thessaloniki, has improved, with fire management teams making progress.
The fire in Rhodes is now under control after previous concerns.
Over the last 24 hours, around 60 fires have been reported across the country, prompting a heightened alert from the Fire Department.
Strong ground and aerial firefighting forces are actively battling the flames in various affected areas.

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Multiple regions in Greece are currently facing wildfires as firefighting forces engage in efforts to contain the blazes. A new fire has been reported in Kilikis, while significant firefighting activity is ongoing in Koufalia, Thessaloniki. The situation has escalated in various areas, prompting the activation of emergency response protocols, including public alerts via the emergency number 112.

As of the latest updates, the fire in Rhodes is reportedly under control, with ground and aerial firefighting units deployed to tackle the flames in Kilikis and Koufalia. The situation in Koufalia has shown improvement, although strong firefighting efforts are still needed. Over the past 24 hours, authorities have reported around 60 separate fire incidents across the country, emphasizing the need for vigilance in managing fire risks, particularly in areas with unkempt parcels of land. The Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection has made announcements regarding containment efforts and safety measures.

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