The fire that broke out around 14:00 noon on Friday (8/8) claimed life to an elderly man. Speaking to Ertnews, Mr Tsigas stressed: “Unfortunately, what we were scared,” noting that the winds that were blowing across the country did not cut the fire from the very first moment.
Battle in the night
By the event of fire to the morning hours, ground forces, forestry, hiking departments, local government machinery, Armed Forces, Police and Volunteers were at the forefront. Winds were constantly causing new outbreaks at distances of 100 to 500 meters, making it difficult to extinguish.
The winds as the main opponent
As the President of the Fire Officers explained, the strong winds prevailing from the beginning were the largest enemy. The fire was rapidly split into multiple fronts, Moving to the south and causing serious damage, but also problems with business planning.
Pictures of drones and aerial throws
According to Mr. Tsigas, the drones monitoring showed impressive changes: “From the first to the fifth minute and from the 10th to the 15th minute The picture was so different that some wondered If this is the same fire. ” The speed of spreading and tension were characterized as unprecedented for the last summers.
Air water throws began at 6:30 in the morning, after the field was recognized and watering. Aerials have a 2.5 to 3 -hour autonomy and need refueling and technical support after some flight cycles. As Mr. Tsigas explained, coordination by the business center is critical, so that there is always a sufficient number of media available in the air.