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Greece Wildfires Claim Life, Force Evacuations Amid Fierce Winds

8/10/2025

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Devastating wildfires in Greece have claimed a life and ravaged areas like Keratea and Ancient Olympia, driven by fierce winds reaching 80 km/h. In just 24 hours, over 50 fires ignited, forcing urgent evacuations. The relentless gales also halted ferry services to beloved islands, jeopardizing summer tourism as officials sound alarms over extreme fire hazards.

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Devastating wildfires in Greece have claimed a life and ravaged areas like Keratea and Ancient Olympia, driven by fierce winds reaching 80 km/h. In just 24 hours, over 50 fires ignited, forcing urgent evacuations. The relentless gales also halted ferry services to beloved islands, jeopardizing summer tourism as officials sound alarms over extreme fire hazards.