The citizens of the Republic of Moldova who are, transit or intend to travel to Greece are warned about the wildfires in the area of Attica, Marathon, Kallitechnoupoli and Grammatikos. The people are urged to follow the instructions of the local authorities and representatives of hotels, IPN reports.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs recommends the citizens to check the weather conditions and official warnings issued by the Greek authorities before planning the trip, but also to be cautious in the affected areas. Likewise, it is necessary to closely monitor the local media and announce their presence in risk areas by contacting Moldova’s diplomatic missions in Greece, to ensure that they have sufficient resources of fuel, water, food and to keep the mobile means of communication in working order.

For consular assistance, they can contact the Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in Greece on (+30)210699-03-72 and (+30)697630-85-13 or through the email: atena@mfa.gov.md, consulat.atena@mfa.gov.md, or can visit the website of the Greek Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection.