Wildfire rages north of Athens, one town evacuated
A large wildfire raged out of control north of Athens, prompting authorities to order the evacuation of a nearby coastal town as a precaution.
Strong winds fanned the flames in the area of Schimatari, about 50 km outside the capital amid soaring temperatures.
Officials urged residents to leave the town of Dilesi and halted a local train service as more than 100 firefighters, backed by four aircraft and two helicopters, battled the blaze.
Credit: Reuters
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