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Rhodes: State of emergency lifted by Greek authorities following wildfires

Government
Will Payne
1 August 2023

A state of emergency in Rhodes, which was implemented due to recent wildfires, has been lifted by Greek authorities.

(Credit: iStock)

The fires affected around 18% of the island (Credit: iStock)

According to the latest travel advice for the destination from the UK Foreign Office, the decision comes after authorities confirmed the protocol on 26 July. 

"Extreme temperatures are affecting many areas of Greece," the FCDO said. "There are active wildfires across Greece, including in populated areas on the mainland and a number of islands.

"The ‘state of emergency’ in Rhodes, declared by the Greek authorities on 26 July, has now been lifted."