On Wednesday afternoon, a serious forest fire broke out in Eastern Crete. In the evening he slipped out of control. A few minutes after 20 from number 112 alert calling the inhabitants of the town Ferma, Agia Fotia, Galini, Achlia and Kołsounari for immediate evacuation and going towards Jerapera.
Polish tourists who spent their holidays in the town of Kołounari were evacuated from the hotel. According to photos sent to RMF FM, the situation was very serious. As a result of the fire, several tourists were cut off on the beach and had to be transported by boats, because the fire prevented them from escaping by land.
Houses were burning in the town of Ferma, located near Jerrapets, and their inhabitants were evacuated.
According to media reports, the strong wind contributes to the rapid spread of fire. Emergency services emphasize that weather conditions significantly hinder the mastery of the fire.
Over one hundred firefighters were sent to the firefighting operation who use helicopter support. Meals from Athens are downloaded. The authorities call for special caution and follow the instructions of emergency services.
