Last Updated: 07/26/2023 09:40AM ET
Multiple wildfires have broken out in Greece in the past week and are raging throughout the country, forcing thousands of people to evacuate, including many tourists. The wildfires have continued into late July, and Greece officials expect them to flare up again due to a heatwave across the country.
If you are in Greece and impacted by the fires, or have an upcoming trip planned, many travel insurance policies can cover natural disasters, including wildfires, as long as you bought your policy before the fires began. These policies can include coverage for cancellations or interruptions caused by the fires.
The Greece Wildfires Travel Insurance Information Center explains coverage for the wildfires. This resource is regularly updated by Squaremouth’s travel insurance experts with answers to frequently asked questions, official provider position statements, and more. Information is subject to change at any time as new details become available.
Questions? Squaremouth’s travel insurance experts are on hand to answer your questions about coverage for the Greece wildfires. We are available from 8am to 10pm ET daily by chat and by phone at 1-800-240-0369.
You may be covered to cancel your upcoming trip to Greece, or return home early, if you meet your policy's requirements.
If you are currently in Greece and affected by the wildfires, contact your provider's 24-Hour Emergency Assistance for help.