Live satellite hotspots · source: NASA FIRMS
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Attica, the region around Athens, has seen Europe's deadliest wildfires in recent decades. In July 2018 104 people died at Mati; in 2021 much of the Parnitha and Varibobi forests burned, and in August 2024 a fire ran from Varnavas into Athens' northern suburbs.
This map covers all of Attica, including the Marathon and Rafina coast and the peninsula to Cape Sounion.
Hotspots come from the VIIRS instruments on NASA FIRMS satellites (NOAA-20, NOAA-21 and Suomi NPP) and are cross-checked against Copernicus EFFIS. A hotspot is a heat detection, not a confirmed fire: industrial sites, solar farms and permanent burners are filtered out automatically.
Parnitha and the northern suburbs
Mountain forest north of Athens bordering Acharnes and Varibobi; fires directly threaten housing.
Penteli, Marathon and Varnavas
Pine woods among villas in the north-east; the meltemi drives fire towards Mati and Rafina.
South Attica and Sounion
Low scrub-covered hills along the coast to Sounion and Lavrio.
Is there a wildfire near Athens right now?
The map shows every satellite detection over Attica in recent hours. Press Live refresh for the latest data.
Is Athens safe in fire season?
The centre is away from forests, but smoke can reach the city. Follow 112 alerts, which arrive automatically on your phone.
What is 112 Greece?
Greece's emergency alert system sends evacuation orders by SMS and cell broadcast, including in English.
When is the risk highest?
July and August, especially during heatwaves and strong meltemi.
Which number do I call?
112, or 199 for the fire service.
Where can I see all of Greece?
On the Greece map; Crete and Rhodes have their own maps.
How do I see if a wildfire is close to my campsite or holiday address in Attica?
Use the location finder on this map: type your destination, village or campsite name, or tap "Use my location". The map instantly shows the distance in kilometres to the nearest active hotspot, and you can switch on alerts for fires within 5 to 100 km. Every search gets its own link, so you can share the situation around your own address with family or fellow travellers.