Leros Port Authority Issues Safety Notice for Firing Exercise

A military firing exercise was scheduled near Strongyli and Trypiti off Leros, with vessels and the public warned to remain outside the area.

The Leros Port Authority announced that fast boats belonging to the 5th Special National Guard Battalion would conduct a firing exercise at the Strongyli and Trypiti range off Leros on Tuesday 3 March 2026, from 8am to 2.30pm. Wednesday 4 March 2026, during the same hours, was set as the alternative date.

Firing exercise area

Strongyli islet

Trypiti islet

Geographical coordinates

Point 1: 37° 13' 55'' N, 026° 49' 5'' E

Point 2: 37° 12' 18'' N, 026° 50' 28'' E

Point 3: 37° 11' 15'' N, 026° 47' 14'' E

Point 4: 37° 11' 56'' N, 026° 46' 46'' E

People and vessels were prohibited from remaining in or passing through the designated areas during the stated date and time in order to prevent accidents.

Residents who found any unexploded ammunition after the exercise were asked not to touch it and to notify the military or police authorities immediately.

Clubs and associations were asked to inform all vessels under their responsibility so that the necessary safety measures could be taken.