LIVE: Massive Wildfire Near Athens Sends Thick Smoke Into the Sky, Triggers Evacuations

A fierce wildfire broke out near Athens, Greece, sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky and forcing local residents to evacuate. Emergency services are battling to contain the flames amid strong winds and dry conditions. The blaze has threatened homes and infrastructure in the outskirts of the capital. Authorities have warned of high fire risk across the region, as heatwaves and drought conditions continue to fuel wildfires across southern Europe.

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