Incident Details
Since September 29, a wildfire that began near Xylokastro has spread in southern Greece. It has caused several towns to be evacuated and the shutdown of the highway between Athens and Patras. Over 350 firefighters have been deployed to stop the fire alongside specialized aircraft. Similar fires are expected to break out in the southeastern Aegean, including Rhodes.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers are advised to follow all evacuation orders as they come, and consider temporary leave from any at risk areas. Travelers should expect major delays in areas near the fires, and monitor local media for information on the spread of current fires and outbreak of new ones.
