Greek Islands Ravaged as Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations
Residents and tourists have been fleeing for their lives after fierce wildfires ripped through the Greek islands of Kos and Chios. Thick smoke has blanketed the sky, turning summer escapes into nightmare evacuations.
Firefighters Battle Blaze with All Hands on Deck
Over 100 firefighters, supported by 11 aircraft and five helicopters, are battling the infernos. The fires have also threatened areas near Athens, forcing emergency services into full mobilisation.
Greece Gears Up for a Perilous Fire Season
This year’s dry winter has set Greece up for a harsher wildfire season than usual. Officials warn the summer will be ‘more prone to fires,’ as the country braces for repeated devastation.
2023’s Deadly Wildfires Still a Stark Warning
Last year’s blazes claimed over 20 lives and forced 19,000 people to flee their homes. With the fires showing no sign of easing in 2024, Greece faces a growing battle against nature’s fury.
