Over 1,000 complaints for zoning violations on beaches filed within five days

Authorities received over 1,000 citizens' complaints about zoning violations on beaches within five days, it was reported on Monday.

The complaints were filed by citizens through telephone and the MyCoast app.

Authorities conducted inspections of 14 beaches across the country that received most of the complaints and found multiple violations, resulting in fines.

In total, 350,000 euros in fines were imposed on businesses where zoning violations were found, while three businesses were sealed for lacking the necessary permits.

According to the Ministry of Economy, inspections will be increased in the coming weeks, while drones will monitor beaches in the Cyclades and Dodecanese for zoning violations.