Temporary Housing Extended for Wildfire Victims in Rethymno

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The temporary accommodation scheme for residents affected by the 29 July 2026 wildfire in the municipality of Agios Vasileios, Rethymno, has been officially extended, ensuring continued support for households whose homes were damaged during the incident. The Ministry of Tourism, in cooperation with the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels (HCH), has activated a dedicated platform to facilitate temporary lodging for those impacted. The service operates through the website of the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, functioning as a supplementary mechanism to the assistance already provided by regional and municipal authorities.

The platform enables immediate access to safe, temporary housing for affected residents, ensuring that no household remains without adequate shelter during the recovery period. The extension forms part of a broader set of relief measures designed to support the local community and stabilize living conditions until full restoration of damaged properties is achieved.

The initiative underscores the coordinated response of national and local authorities in safeguarding residents and visitors in one of Crete’s key municipalities.