2024 northern Athens wildfire scorched over 100 sq km, increased incidents by 50%, and affected water reservoir.

In August 2024, a major wildfire ravaged northern Athens, Greece, scorching over 100 square kilometers (40 square miles) of land and affecting the main water reservoir. This year's fire season has seen a 50% spike in incidents compared to 2023, with over 4,000 fires reported. Since 2017, more than 700 square kilometers (270 square miles) have burned in the Attica region. The government enforced fines for fire safety violations while emphasizing shared accountability among citizens and officials.

September 07, 2024
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