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Greece: Wildfire rages 'out of control' near Athens

Jessica Saltz
August 12, 2024

In Greece, firefighters and armed forces are battling a large wildfire spreading on the outskirts of Athens. The fire broke out on Sunday and is being fueled by strong winds and dry, hot weather. Thousands of people have already been evacuated.

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