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Removal of burnt trees and branches in Rafina started on Friday

Removal of burnt trees and branches in Rafina started on Friday

The mayor said that the total volume of burnt trees and braches following last year's fires is estimated at 80-100,000 cubic meters and their removal will be completed in 30-45 days.

The removal of burnt trees and branches in Rafina started on Friday, according to the mayor of Rafina-Pikermi, Vangelis Bournous.

The mayor said that the total volume of burnt trees and braches following last year's fires is estimated at 80-100,000 cubic meters and their removal will be completed in 30-45 days.

He added that the site will be fenced on Saturday and special chipper shredders will be placed - sponsored by five companies - for the remaining burnt organic material, which will be transfered to cement plants and be used as biomass.