Authorities ordered the evacuation of the village of Kardamena on Kos earlier today as a fire that broke out this morning in the Portes Antimachia area intensifies.
How did you hear about the Fire Department? the situation is difficult as a major resurgence occurred late afternoon in a difficult location, with the fire now moving towards the beach.
Buses go to hotels to ward off the crowd, which is taken to local schools.
In particular, residents were sent message from 112 appealing to Kardamena residents to evacuate to Antimachia as the fire approaches the village.
⚠️ Activation 1️⃣1️⃣2️⃣
Forest fire in your area
If you are in the area #Kardamaina #Kos move away towards #Antimachy
‼️ Follow the instructions of the Authorities
ℹ️ https://t.co/kexUnlnGMV@pirosvestiki@hellenicpolice
– 112 Greece (@112Greece) July 1, 2024
The Fire Department forces were reinforced In addition, 102 firefighters with 7 pedestrian groups and 13 vehicles operate on site, while 6 aircraft and 2 helicopters operate in the air.
Source: AMPE