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Greece Orders Evacuation of Towns as Fires Rage East of Athens

Wildfires raging in towns east of Athens are approaching houses, resulting in the authorities issuing orders for evacuations in the region. High temperatures and strong winds are only strengthening the flames and spreading the fires, making them extremely dangerous. The...

Overnight Battle with the Flames in Kalyvia, South of Athens

Firefighters battled throughout Monday night with the blaze in Kalyvia, south of Athens. On Tuesday morning traffic Athens-Sounio highway opened to traffic, as helicopters and planes joined the effort to limit the fire. According to a spokesman of the fire brigade,...

Dozens of Firefighters Battle Forest Fire in Kalyvia, South of Athens (video)

At least 45 firefighters aided by volunteers and helicopters are battling the flames in a wooded area at Kalyvia, south of Athens. The fire that started on Monday afternoon is aided by strong winds. The fire brigade is trying to prevent...