Attica is currently in risk category 3 – i.e. high risk – today, Sunday 13 September, according to the Daily Fire Risk Forecast Map issued by the General Secretariat for Civil Protection. This is the second consecutive day at this level for Eastern Attica, following Saturday.
Also included in this category are Boeotia, Euboea, Phocis, Aetolia-Acarnania, Corinthia, Argolis, Elis and Messenia, as well as several Aegean islands and prefectures in Crete.
What this means in practical terms for our area: by decision of the Deputy Regional Governor of the Regional Unit of Eastern Attica, which applies throughout the 2026 fire season, on days when the risk index is category 3, 4 or 5, it is prohibited for people and vehicles to pass through, remain in or travel within Natura areas, forest ecosystems, parks and woodlands in Eastern Attica.
The ban does not require a new announcement each time: it is triggered automatically as soon as the daily map shows category 3 or higher. Detailed maps showing the areas and roads where the restrictive measures apply are available on the Attica Region website, www.patt.gov.gr. The decision has been assigned the reference number ADA R0ΨΓ7Λ7-ΝΦΤ.
At the same time, on a day like today, we should avoid any work outdoors that produces sparks or flames: cutting dry grass with a lawnmower, using a grinder, welding, burning rubbish, and barbecuing in open areas.
For a forest fire, call the Fire Service on 199. For an emergency, call 112.
Source: General Secretariat for Civil Protection, Region of Attica
