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

Evacuation of Siki

CORFU. Evacuation order came via the 112 service.

112 alert for evacuation of Imerolia

CORFU. Evacuation from Imerolia towards Kassiopi harbour.

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.

Central Corfu Mayor thanks everyone who helped those affected by the fire

CORFU. Mayor Meropi Ydraiou: "Solidarity and unity is our message".

The fires in Corfu (19:50)

CORFU. Two active fire fronts - in Old Perithia and Ai Giorgis towards Kassiopi.

Fire in Kira Chrysikou

CORFU. Motorcyclists who patrolled the area voluntarily noticed the fire. Fire engines rushed to the scene. Planes are operating.