The New Cultural Association of Gaitani is making an urgent appeal for support to collect essential items, in order to support the residents and firefighters fighting the flames.

Those who wish to contribute can deliver water, gauze and eye drops to the village community office, today from 19:00 to 20:00.

Everyone's help is invaluable in these critical times.
source in Greek:- ZanteTimes.gr

It's Wednesday 13th August and residents have just received another notification about the ongoing situation with the Kiliomenos wildfire.

The information we have, is that the fire has re-ignited itself, and is once more spreading and potentially going over the top of the mountains. 

A notification has been sent out to everyone as follows:
Wildfire in your area.
If you are in Mouzaki, Lagopodo, Romiri and Pantokratoras of Zakinthos move away to the City of Zakinthos.
Follow the instructions of the Authorities.

The fire department are working incredibly hard to battle the wildfire and it's hopeful that weather is in the islands favour.

Please stay safe, avoid heading to the mountains, or getting in the way of the suthorities at this time. Listen out for updates and follow any instructions given to you by the Fire Department and other island authorities.

 WThe situation in Lithakia seems to have improved for the moment, where a brave battle was fought during the night. The fire DID NOT reach the village area and residents were NOT evacuated. 
The Fire and Civil Protection forces, volunteer groups and the residents themselves fought an all-night battle with the flames in order to contain the fire that has been burning on our island since yesterday (12.08), causing incalculable destruction in forest areas and crops.
It is recalled that yesterday there was a serious problem in the Agalas area, where houses and a business burned down.
With the winds blowing fiercely throughout the day, the fire raged uncontrollably and fire fronts were springing up from everywhere. Initially, the direction of the fire moved towards the Keri area.
Last night, however, was very difficult for the village of Lithakia, with the wind direction directing the fire towards the villages Mouzaki and Pantokratoras as well.
According to information, following a special order, the back burning method was successfully used to contain the fire.
It is also noted that reinforcements have been on our island since yesterday. At this time, three planes are operating from the air, assisting the work of the ground forces. The picture is greatly improved, with a critical front being located above Lake Keri with continuous resurgences, especially in the Agalas area..
However, there seems to be a problem at the “Katalupou” location, where our fire forces are battling.  
KERI...After speaking with the Vice General Director Of Zakynthos, Mr. Kostasa Tsirigiotis we have been told that the road to Keri is open for those who would like to return to their accommodation, there is not a problem.  also reporter Dionysios Binioris told us that the cross roads at Denis Taverna in Lithakia which was closed yesterday is now open. 
Zakynthos Informer would like to re assure our visitors to our Island that ALL tourist resorts are safe and there is absolutely NO problem within resort areas. We do remind you though that we are on level four (Very High Fire Risk) meaning that ALL forest roads will be closed, the Castle and Shipwreck View Point. 
More updates will come later in the day.  

Night has fallen and the aerial help is no longer on the island of Zakynthos. The ERT news Zakynthos journalist, Andreas Papadimitriou reported on the ERTNEWS news bulletin at 20.00 the latest developments from the fire front that is burning the mountain region of our island. According to his response, the situation remains extremely difficult, as the strong winds are constantly changing direction, making it impossible to predict the course of the fire.

Agalas is already counting houses and businesses that have burnt, with the flames having invaded the village. At the moment, a large front is also raging in mountain area of Lithakia, while the total extent of the fire in Zakynthos reaches 20 kilometers, from Keri to Machairado. Despite the reinforcement of ground forces from Patras, the morphology of the terrain and the lack of aerial means – as only one helicopter was operating before sunset, making the fire difficult to extinguish.

Evacuations in Agalas and Keri took place early in the morning, while visitors were also removed from tourist units. 150 tourists from Keri and another 50 from Agala. All have been moved to other hotel premises and are safe. Residents are urged to strictly follow the instructions of the emergency services and the 112 emergency messages, as the situation can change within minutes.

The power outage in many areas creates additional obstacles, as the water pumps for water extraction can not be operated, making conditions for firefighting and for water tank vehicles difficult. At the same time, the atmosphere remains stifling, although in Lithakia the wind is currently blowing in a direction that reduces the smoke in the area.

Andreas Papadimitriou also conveyed the anguish of the residents, who remain on standby, while volunteers have been assisting since the morning, offering water, food and assistance to the fire crews. The next few hours are considered critical, with the authorities hoping for a weakening of the winds so that more drops can be made and the destruction to be limited.

According to the head of the Civil Protection of the Region, Maria Mouzaki, approximately 15 thousand acres of virgin forest and agricultural crops have been burnt so far. In an interview on the National t.v station Open, she mentioned that we are in for an extremely difficult night. 
At the moment it seems that the winds have dropped, lets hope that our fire services who are battling the fire now on the ground only have luck on their side and it is extinguished. 
Source:- zantetimes.gr. ​

Photo source, social media Ermis news

​Flames have just reached the residential area of Agala. Authorities pleading to the residents of Agala and Keri to
follow the instructions given by the emergency hotline 112. 

Photo source:- social Media Maria Mouzaki
Due to extreme weather conditions Zakynthos has been issued for tomorrow 13th August, 2025 a total traffic ban on ALL forest areas and NATURA park areas. Level 4 (very high fire risk). This means that the Castle in Bochali and the Shipwreck view point will be closed to ALL. 
more updates to come. 
​Source:- Social Media Platform. 

A large fire is currently raging in an agricultural and forest area between the villages of Lithakia, Agala and Kiliomenos in Zakynthos. The entire fire brigade of the island is working at the scene, with the assistance of volunteers and the Civil Protection of the Municipality and the Sub-region, while aerial firefighting is being carried out. In particular, 35 firefighters are working with 13 vehicles and 8 aerial vehicles (5 aircraft, 3 helicopters). 112 was sent repeatedly for evacuation from the Agala area to Keri, Kiliomenos and Machairados, and evacuations have now been carried out in Agala and Keri.

Also, 14 firefighters are traveling by boat from Kyllini with one (1) hiking team of the 6th EMODE and four (4) vehicles, as well as 35 firefighters with three (3) hiking teams and 10 vehicles are scheduled to travel, while there is also assistance from Patras.

Fire now: The fire is raging in Zakynthos and is difficult to control
By order of the local authorities, businesses and hotels (in the Apelati area) were evacuated, as Agalas and Keri continue to be threatened. The peculiarity of the terrain is such that it creates turbulence, making the work of extinguishing the fire very difficult. At the same time, aerial vehicles at one time could not operate due to the strong winds and now as seas have clamed they will start dropping water again. Residents have been ordered to move away to the city of Zakynthos, so as not to cause any problems.

The flames have surrounded Agalas village, while evacuations have also taken place in the area. One house was also burnt, but it was deserted. Many farmhouses and houses, which are located within the agro-forestry area, are at risk.
****A plea to ALL visitors and residents NOT to approach the area, our authorities are trying to battle the fire and do not need "on lookers" to obstruct their mission of putting out the fire. Please adhere to all instructions given by our authorities. 

ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE MUNICIPALITY OF ZAKYNTHOS
The Municipality of Zakynthos, sharing the anguish and difficulties of our fellow citizens from the mountain communities evacuated due to the fires, is offering temporary hospitality in the air-conditioned hall of the Cultural Center. Our thoughts are with all those who are being tested, with the commitment to stand by their side in every possible way.

Source ERTNEWS Zakynthos. 

The large fire that broke out early this morning in the Kiliomenos area is in a critical phase, as it is now heading towards Keri. The Fire Department continues its superhuman efforts to contain the front, facing strong winds that are making their work difficult.

A few minutes ago, 112 issued a new emergency message. Civil Protection is calling on citizens in Keri to immediately move towards the city of Zakynthos, while residents of Agalas are being urged to head towards Kiliomenos and Macheirados.

The authorities emphasize that the situation is evolving rapidly and recommend that everyone closely follow the evacuation instructions for their safety.

The president of Agalas spoke a while ago to Prisma 90.2 and informed that the fire has surrounded the village and that the situation is very difficult.

The president of Keri spoke to Prisma 90.2 and informed that the fire is currently heading towards Keri. They are trying to find a way to stop the fire before it reaches the village.
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Source:- ​zantetimes.gr

A fire is currently burning in a forest area in the Kiliomenos area of Zakynthos.

20 firefighters with 9 vehicles are operating at the scene, while 2 aircraft and 1 helicopter are assisting from the air to extinguish the fire, which seems to be heading towards Keri. 
Civil protection Alerts have been given since the break out due to extreme weather conditions

Instructions by our authorities are that citizens who are in the area of Agala area you should move immediately to the villages of Koiliomenos and Machairados for safety precautions. 
As it seems, the Fire Department men are fighting the flames bravely.

Source:- firefightinggreece.

A fire broke out on a tourist boat in the Volimes area of Zakynthos, approximately 3 miles from land. The tour boat started out on its daily tour towards the famous blue caves and shipwreck when a fire broke out in the engine room.  There were 168 passengers and 7 crew members on board at the time.
Immediately help arrived and all 168 passengers plus crew where transferred to safety back to the port of Agios Nicholaos. 

According to initial information, the Fire Department is attempting to tow the vessel to shore in order to extinguish the fire. It is also noted that the towing process to the port of Agios Nikolaos is considered particularly difficult and is expected to take quite some time. 

​source:- Ionian TV and Ert news Zakynthos.