Volunteer firefighting teams to receive financial support

The Ministry of Interior will provide a financial grant of €1,000 to every volunteer firefighting team, with payments scheduled for early next year. This announcement was made by the Fire Service following a series of evaluation meetings held over the past three days to review the most recent fire season and improve planning for the future.

Initiated by Fire Chief and General Coordinator for Large Fires Nikos Longinos, the meetings facilitated discussions between official personnel and representatives of volunteer groups. During these sessions, volunteers shared their practical experiences from the season and proposed strategies to enhance operational cooperation and organizational preparedness. The funding, which serves to support the ongoing work of these groups, follows a recommendation made by Archbishop Georgios.

Fire Chief Longinos expressed his appreciation for the volunteers, highlighting their consistent collaboration with the Fire Service and their critical role in protecting lives, property, and the environment. These evaluations are part of a broader effort to refine wildfire response protocols, with authorities currently focusing on implementing the suggestions raised during these collaborative sessions to ensure better readiness for the upcoming year.