The need for better cooperation and coordination between the fire service and forestry department, as well as a thorough assessment of firefighting means, were outlined in a report drawn up by an expert in March, it emerged on Wednesday.
The report, commissioned by the state to better understand what needed to be done to effectively tackle wildfires, was prepared by forest fire expert Dr Gavriel Xanthopoulos.
Speaking to Reporter, Xanthopoulos,
