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The Greek islands of Corfu and Rhodes are facing a wildfire crisis, with one of the largest-ever evacuations in Greek history underway. As flames continue to engulf parts of both islands, authorities have been forced to carry out sea evacuations to ensure the safety of residents and tourists.
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On Corfu, around 59 people were evacuated from Nissaki Beach on the northwest coast with the assistance of six coast guard vessels and nine private vessels, according to the Greek Coast Guard. The wildfire situation has been exacerbated by the extreme heatwave gripping the region, posing significant challenges for firefighters and rescue operations.
