Emergency Civil Protection Warning
A fire broke out on Sunday evening, August 16, 2026, in the Vlychadia area of Kalymnos, prompting an urgent Civil Protection alert to residents and visitors on the island.
The emergency notification was issued at 9:25 p.m., advising everyone in the area to remain alert and follow the instructions of the authorities.
“Fire in the Vlychadia area of the Regional Unit of Kalymnos. Stay alert and follow the instructions of the authorities,” the message stated.
Residents and visitors are urged to exercise extreme caution, avoid any unnecessary movement that could obstruct the work of the emergency services, and rely exclusively on official sources for further information.
