Greece's Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Giannis Kefalogiannis, announced 350 new hires and emphasized the critical importance of clearing plots of land before the start of the fire season to limit wildfires.

The Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Giannis Kefalogiannis, held a broad meeting to discuss priorities and planning for the current fire season, with a focus on the Attica region.

Greece is implementing a comprehensive Incident Command System and an Annual Wildfire Season Report to improve long-term natural disaster management, moving beyond one-off policies.

Greek Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Giannis Kefalogiannis, announced that municipalities will intervene and fine property owners if their plots remain uncleaned, as part of efforts to remove combustible material before the fire season.

Greece's Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Giannis Kefalogiannis, announced that the first upgraded 415 firefighting aircraft is expected to be delivered by March 2027, as he informed the relevant parliamentary committee.

Greece has signed a contract for the upgrade of seven Canadair CL-415 firefighting aircraft, focusing on modernizing their electronic and navigation systems, a step highlighted by Minister Giannis Kefalogiannis for civil protection modernization.

Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Giannis Kefalogiannis, convened an inter-ministerial meeting to discuss preparations for the upcoming fire season, emphasizing a clear and strict institutional framework.