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Small fires in Lafki and Loutses - Battle with the flames continues
CORFU. Police have lifted traffic restrictions but recommend that people avoid going to areas affected by the fires.
New fire outbreaks in Damari and Lafki
CORFU. New fire outbreaks were detected near Damari and Lafki on Wednesday at 18:30.
Fire fronts in Podolakos, Loutses and Agios Martinos (16:00)
In the other areas there is a relative improvement with firefighters and volunteers battling to prevent any further flare-ups.
Psychological support from Corfu Hospital Crisis Management Unit
CORFU. The support is being offered to residents who have been affected by the fires in North Corfu and to anyone involved in the firefighting operation.
New claim of arson from North Corfu Deputy Mayor
CORFU. "Flames leapt up out of nowhere."
Scattered fires remain in the northern and northeastern part of the island
CORFU. 50 firefighters and 15 vehicles coming from Bulgaria. Difficult night with flare-ups in Lafki and Agios Martinos.
Firefighters and volunteers win a first battle
CORFU. Latest update on Corfu wildfires (20:30).
Latest update on fire fronts in Corfu (19:30)
CORFU. The three firefighting aircraft that arrived in Corfu in the afternoon are supporting the battle to contain the fire with water drops.
Firefighting aircraft arrive in Corfu to help with wildfires
200 people have been welcomed by North Corfu Municipality in Acharavi
CORFU. Most of them are tourists.
Evacuation of Kalamaki and Apraos
Reinforcements from Epirus, Macedonia and Peloponnese expected
CORFU. Kassiopi-Sidari road closed to traffic in Apraou.
Fire still raging (13:30) - Coast Guard boats on standby in Acharavi
CORFU. The situation remains difficult with the winds strengthening.
Evacuation order for Loutses (11:42)
CORFU. Residents are leaving the village following orders from the Fire Department.
Firefighters battling with flare ups - Fire close to Loutses
CORFU. North Corfu Mayor appeals to residents to limit water consumption.
The fires in Corfu (19:50)
CORFU. Two active fire fronts - in Old Perithia and Ai Giorgis towards Kassiopi.
