Two firefighters die during building collapse in Zefyri
On Saturday, November 14, 2026, a tragic incident occurred in the Zefyri area of the Fyli municipality, Greece, where two firefighters lost their lives and a third was injured during a blaze at an abandoned building on Katsantoni Street. The Fire Service received the call at approximately 11:40 AM, deploying 20 personnel and six vehicles from the 10th, 6th, and 12th Athens Fire Stations, alongside the 1st Special Disaster Response Unit (EMAK).
Initial reports indicate that while the crew was operating inside, a floor or structural section collapsed, causing the firefighters to fall into the basement. One firefighter managed to escape with injuries and was transported to the 251 General Air Force Hospital. The two deceased, aged 23 and 44, were recovered from the site and pronounced dead at Attikon Hospital. Officials are currently investigating whether the fatalities were caused by trauma from the collapse or asphyxiation due to smoke and conditions within the structure.
The incident remains under investigation by the Arson Crimes Investigation Unit. Union representatives have raised concerns regarding site safety and resource adequacy, noting that the property had seen previous fire interventions, while authorities continue to assess the precise circumstances of the collapse.