Wildfires rage in Portugal, Greece and Spain while Greek authorities warn of toxic smoke
Summary
Hundreds of firefighters worked to control wildfires in Portugal, Greece, and Spain. Authorities warned residents near Thessaloniki, Greece, to stay indoors because of toxic smoke from a recycling plant fire caused by a wildfire.Key Facts
- Wildfires have been burning for several days in Portugal, Greece, and Spain.
- Spain and Italy sent firefighters and aircraft to help Portugal fight a large blaze.
- The wildfire in central Portugal’s Vouzela area burned about 12,000 hectares (30,000 acres).
- Around 155 firefighters and support teams are battling a wildfire near Athens, Greece.
- In northern Greece, a fire at a recycling plant near Thessaloniki caused toxic smoke and evacuation alerts.
- A man was arrested for allegedly starting the wildfire near Thessaloniki by causing sparks with his vehicle.
- Most wildfires in Greece, about 85%, are caused by human carelessness such as machinery sparks, cigarettes, or barbecues.
- Greece frequently faces severe wildfires during hot, dry summers, with past fires causing many deaths.
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