Rhodes: State of emergency lifted by Greek authorities following wildfires

According to the latest travel advice for the destination from the UK Foreign Office, the decision comes after authorities confirmed the protocol on 26 July. 

"Extreme temperatures are affecting many areas of Greece," the FCDO said. "There are active wildfires across Greece, including in populated areas on the mainland and a number of islands.

"The ‘state of emergency’ in Rhodes, declared by the Greek authorities on 26 July, has now been lifted."

The announcement comes after Tui and Jet2holidays confirmed it will restart holidays to wildfire-hit areas of the island this week, with both operators insisting breaks to northern areas of the island can go ahead safely, while easyJet holidays also plans to operate to the north.