Wildfire breaks out in Karystos, Evia

A wildfire broke out in a remote forest area at Melissonas, in Karystos, south Evia island, on Friday afternoon.

Some 58 firefighters with 3 ground teams and 20 fire engines were battling the blaze, assisted by 4 water-dowsing planes and 4 helicopters. The fire was not threatening homes, it was noted.

A total of 38 wildfires broke out nationwide over the last 24 hours, said the Fire Brigade on Friday, most of which were dealt with successfully from the outset.