Wildfire in Corfu burns out of control, authorities request assistance
A large wildfire which broke out earlier on Thursday in the Ionian island of Corfu is burning out of control, the head of the island’s fire service told ANA-MPA, adding that he has requested the assistance of Canadair aircraft.
Apostolos Vardekis said 24 firemen, seven fire-fighting vehicles, several municipal water trucks and two Petzetel aircraft are battling the blaze which has burned an unknown size of forest lands near the area of Myrtiotissa.
The fire has two main fronts in inaccessible areas, he said, adding that the cause of the blaze remains unknown. Vasdekis also noted that while the fire is far from inhabited areas, the strong winds deter the efforts of the authorities and could pose a risk if the wind changes direction.
