At least one killed as firefighters battle Greece blaze for second day
Summary
At least one person died in Greece as wildfires, driven by strong winds, burned homes and farmland. Firefighters worked to control the fires in Keratea, southwest of Athens, while evacuations continued. Winds are expected to remain strong over the weekend, posing further challenges for the region.Key Facts
- A wildfire in Keratea, Greece, killed at least one person and destroyed homes and farms.
- Strong winds made the fires difficult to control, with gusts reaching up to 80 kilometers per hour (50 miles per hour).
- Over 200 firefighters, along with 11 water bombers and seven helicopters, were deployed to fight the fires.
- Several communities were evacuated, and police ensured homes were cleared as the fires approached.
- More evacuations included an elderly care center and the nearby coastal resort area of Palea Fokea.
- Other fires in Ancient Olympia and on the island of Kefalonia appeared to lessen.
- Gale-force winds on another island, Milos, led to two deaths as tourists were swept into the sea.
- Firefighters and local authorities are on high alert, anticipating continued strong winds and fire threats.
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