Rhodes Wildfires – Live Map, Current Situation and Tourist Safety

The interactive wildfire map shows all active fire hotspots detected by satellites (VIIRS, MODIS) and confirmed by local emergency services. New hotspots appear in brighter colors, while older detections fade over time. The map includes:

• active wildfires in forests and shrubland,
• areas with elevated fire danger,
• smoke spread zones,
• temporarily closed hiking trails and nature reserves.

Wildfires on Rhodes typically occur in inland and mountainous regions, especially during heatwaves. The most affected areas include:

• Central Rhodes – forested inland zones,
• South Rhodes – areas near Gennadi and Kiotari,
• Archangelos region – frequent hotspots during strong winds,
• Tsambika and nearby hills – dry vegetation and steep terrain.

If you plan hiking or driving through inland Rhodes, always check current alerts and avoid areas with visible smoke.

During periods of high fire danger, Greek authorities may introduce restrictions such as:

• bans on entering forests and protected areas,
• bans on lighting fires or barbecues,
• temporary road closures in affected regions,
• evacuations of villages or tourist accommodations if flames approach.
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Alerts are issued by the Greek Fire Service and Civil Protection. Always follow official instructions, as fire conditions can change rapidly.

Most coastal resorts on Rhodes remain safe during wildfire events, but inland fires can produce smoke that drifts toward populated areas. If your hotel is located near forested terrain, ask staff about current conditions and evacuation procedures. In case of an alert, follow emergency instructions and be ready to leave quickly if required.

Driving Safety During Wildfires

Wildfires can affect road visibility and access. If you are driving on Rhodes:

• avoid heading toward visible smoke,
• do not stop near fire zones,
• keep roads clear for emergency vehicles,
• monitor local updates about closed roads.

If smoke reduces visibility, slow down, turn on headlights and safely turn back if possible. Tourist Guide - www.rhodes.gr/tourist-guide/