Volos Declares State of Emergency Over Fish Deaths

The Greek city of Volos has declared a month-long state of emergency due to an ecological disaster caused by tons of dead fish polluting the Pagasetic Gulf. This situation arose after heavy rains last year refilled Lake Karla, which had been drained in 1962, leading freshwater fish to be swept into the saltwater of the gulf where they perished. Authorities have reported collecting over 100 tons of dead fish and have advised against swimming and fishing in the area. The Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection is providing funding and resources for cleanup efforts, as the foul odor poses public health concerns. The incident marks the second environmental catastrophe to affect Volos within a year, following severe flooding in the Thessaly region. Investigations are underway to determine the exact causes of the fish deaths and the resulting water pollution.