Wildfire in Agia Gourgi, Kanalia

Fire has broken out in forest and shrubland in Agia Gourgi in Kanalia near to houses. 22 firefighters are involved in the operation to extinguish the fire along with Civil Protection Service water tanks and firefighting planes. The strong winds are making their job difficult.





Local residents are also taking part in the operation in an effort to save their properties.



Deputy Mayor for Everyday Life Haris Yiotis is at the scene along with the Deputy Regional Governor for Corfu Kostas Zorbas.






Photos/Video: Enimerosi / Giorgos Andriotis