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Greek wildfires set to rage on

Source: B92

Athens : Greece | 3 months ago

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The Greek capital Athens faces another exhausting day as wildfires continue to rage out of control. High winds and hot, dry conditions are forecast for today, with fire crews stretched beyond their limits in the city's northern suburbs. The fires broke out on Friday on Mount Penteli, which separates...

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