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Natural disasters

Earthquakes

Mainland Greece and most of the Greek islands popular with British tourists are in seismically active zones, and earth tremors are common.  Serious earthquakes are less frequent but do occur.

Forest Fires

Forest fires are very common during Greece’s hot and dry summers. Outbreaks are occurring regularly and, although these are being quickly brought under control by the Greek Fire Service and travel has not been disrupted, it is important to be aware of the potential outbreaks and remain alert. In particular, please take care when visiting or driving through woodland and forest areas; ensure that cigarette ends are properly extinguished and disposed of carefully, do not light barbecues and do not leave any rubbish, particularly empty bottles, behind.