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The blaze erupted late on Sunday evening at the Mavrovouni camp, which houses approximately 3,000 migrants and asylum seekers near the town of Mytilene. Local fire services rushed to the scene as flames quickly spread through temporary structures and tents within the facility.

Greek authorities reported no fatalities, though several individuals were treated for smoke inhalation and minor injuries. The fire destroyed a significant portion of the camp’s infrastructure, including residential tents, storage facilities, and administrative buildings.

Emergency services worked through the night to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading to nearby areas. Evacuated migrants were temporarily relocated to safe zones on the compound while officials assessed the extent of the damage.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation, though preliminary reports suggest it may have originated from heating equipment used in residential areas. The incident has renewed concerns about safety conditions at Greece’s migrant reception centers, particularly as winter approaches and facilities rely heavily on makeshift heating solutions.

The Mavrovouni camp was established in 2020 following a similar fire that destroyed the notorious Moria facility on the same island. That earlier blaze left approximately 12,000 people homeless and sparked widespread international concern about conditions in European migration centers.

Greek migration officials are now coordinating with humanitarian organizations to provide emergency accommodation, food, and basic necessities to those displaced by the latest fire. Temporary housing solutions are being arranged while repairs and reconstruction efforts are planned.

The island of Lesbos has long served as a primary entry point for migrants and asylum seekers attempting to reach Europe from Turkey, placing significant strain on local infrastructure and resources.

With information from Telegram @clashreport