Hundreds of firefighters battle a wildfire in Portugal, while Greek authorities warn of toxic smoke
Summary
Hundreds of firefighters are working to control wildfires in Portugal and Greece. In Portugal, the fire has burned a large area for several days, while in Greece, toxic smoke from a recycling plant fire has forced residents to stay indoors.Key Facts
- A wildfire in central Portugal has burned about 12,000 hectares (46 square miles) since Thursday.
- Over 1,200 firefighters, 400 vehicles, and 15 aircraft are fighting the fire in Portugal.
- Spain and Italy sent firefighters and aircraft to help Portugal battle the wildfire.
- In Greece, a wildfire broke out near Thessaloniki at a recycling plant on Saturday evening.
- Authorities in Thessaloniki advised residents to stay indoors due to toxic smoke from the fire.
- About 160 firefighters worked overnight to control the fire in Greece, using aircraft at dawn.
- An evacuation was ordered for three suburbs and a facility for 157 special needs people in Greece.
- A man was arrested in Greece for allegedly causing the fire by creating sparks with his vehicle.
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