Greece & European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service

Greece: Greece faced multiple wildfires, including a major blaze near Athens that caused evacuations and a helicopter collision killing two crew members. The fires damaged homes and forests, and the country's tourism sector was affected.

European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service: The EU climate service provided data on Europe's warming and wildfire emissions, informing the crisis response.

Greece: Greece experienced fast-moving wildfires near Thessaloniki, leading to evacuations and an arrest in connection with starting a fire.

European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service: C3S confirmed June 2026 as the hottest June on record for Western Europe.

Greece: Greece battled severe wildfires exacerbated by drought, straining resources and causing evacuations.

European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service: Reported record-low river flows and heatwave data.

Greece: Greece experienced a heatwave with temperatures over 40°C, and sent firefighting aircraft to Spain.

European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service: Copernicus provided emergency mapping and data showing Europe is warming twice as fast as the global average.