Greece and Turkey are facing a devastating wildfire crisis as extreme heat and strong winds fuel dozens of blazes across both countries. Thousands of residents and tourists have been evacuated from affected areas, including suburbs of Athens and popular islands like Kythera and Evia. The fires have destroyed homes, ravaged forests, and led to multiple fatalities, with emergency services stretched to their limits and international assistance being deployed. Firefighting efforts are ongoing, with support from EU allies such as Czech and Italian teams, but authorities warn that persistent high temperatures and dry conditions could worsen the situation. The crisis highlights the growing threat of climate change in Southern Europe, with record-breaking temperatures and increasingly frequent extreme weather events.
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