Greek forest firefighting team deployed to Cyprus under EU programme
A 21-member team from the Hellenic fire brigade will remain on operational alert in Cyprus during the first half of September.
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus is hosting a 21-member Greek forest firefighting team for the first time this year under the European pre-deployment programme. The team will be on operational alert during the first half of September.
Operational support
According to the forestry department, the team from the Hellenic fire brigade will be coordinated by the department during its deployment.
The department has prepared a programme to familiarise the Greek firefighters with Cyprus’ forest firefighting and alert systems. Support for the team will be provided jointly by the forestry department and civil defence.
European pre-deployment programme
The European pre-deployment programme has operated since 2022 and is intended to strengthen member states’ capacity to respond quickly and effectively to forest fires.
It allows participating countries to deploy firefighting teams to other member states during periods of increased wildfire risk, providing additional operational support when required.
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