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Plan for New Civil Protection Mechanism - Longinos to be Fire Coordinator

Published March 9, 2026, 09:12
Plan for New Civil Protection Mechanism - Longinos to be Fire Coordinator

The government is proceeding with extensive changes to the way fires and natural disasters are managed, aiming to avoid the serious coordination problems that were recorded last year. Plans include the creation of a National Civil Protection Mechanism and the establishment of the position of National Coordinator. As a temporary measure, Fire Chief Nikos Longinos will take on the role of fire coordinator for the upcoming summer season. Former Chief of the National Guard, Georgios Tzitzikostas, is rumored to be considered for the position of National Coordinator. These changes are a response to the gaps observed in the response to the fire in Malia and aim to unify responsibilities and create a single mechanism for disaster prevention and management.