Platanias Fire Sparks Urgent Evacuation in Crete
Urgent Response to Platanias Fire Hazard
A large fire has erupted near hotels in Platanias, Hania, requiring an immediate evacuation alert. The inferno, which ignited within reed beds, has mobilized a team of 29 firefighters, 11 vehicles, and three helicopters to combat the flames.
- Residents received a second emergency alert around 6 p.m., urging them to evacuate.
- Previously, an alert had advised locals to stay vigilant regarding the fire's progress.
- The situation escalated as the blaze approached a hotel’s hydrogen reserves, leading to the evacuation of surrounding hotels.
Significant Firefighting Operations Underway
Assistance from various Cretan regions has been deployed, including forest ground teams and water tanks. High winds exacerbate the fire's rapid spread, complicating control efforts.
Local authorities reported, “The situation is difficult, but the firefighting efforts are significant. We are trying to tackle the fire to the south, where it’s headed.”
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