Incident Details
On June 22, a wildfire caused mass evacuations in the central and southern regions of Rhodes, Greece. At least 19,000 tourists and residents were evacuated from villages and hotels across the region. Heavy smoke and limited visibility have resulted in cancelled inbound and outbound flights. Further evacuations are likely if the fire continues to spread.
Traveler Safety
Travelers are advised to obey all police orders related to evacuations, keep updated with relevant airlines about potential delays, and to avoid contact with smoky air. Monitor the spread of the fire via local sources.
