Two helicopters crashed into each other while taking part in wildfire operations in Greece, according to reports from the Psatha area west of Athens. The mid-air collision happened as crews were battling fires in a region that has faced dangerous wildfire conditions.
Emergency services were called to the scene after the aircraft collided in the Psatha region, an area on the western side of the Greek capital. The incident added to the pressure on responders already dealing with active fire threats.
Aerial firefighting is a key part of Greece’s wildfire response during severe blazes, especially in difficult terrain and in fast-moving fire zones. Collisions involving aircraft on these missions are especially serious because they happen during complex, high-risk operations.
The available report did not provide full details about the cause of the crash or the condition of those on board. Further information was expected as emergency teams and officials assessed the scene.
