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Fires force mass evacuations on Greek island Rhodes

Gasia Ohanes
July 23, 2023

Authorities in Greece say almost 20,000 residents and tourists have been evacuated on the Greek island of Rhodes amid unprecedented wildfires. Flames have engulfed homes as well as holiday resorts in several villages – with thousands now staying at emergency shelters.

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