Wildfires reach Athens forcing thousands from their homes

A raging wildfire is burning out of control on the edge of the Greek capital Athens.
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Firefighters said their efforts to tackle the blaze were being hampered by high winds and thick smoke – with some flames leaping more than eighty feet into the air.

Evacuation orders have now been issued for Athens suburbs.
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