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Greece battles wildfire on Crete for a third day as temperatures rise
ATHENS (Reuters) -Gale force wind gusts complicated efforts on Friday to contain wildfires on Crete that have razed forests ...
Wildfires on Greek island Crete force thousands to evacuate
Firefighters struggled to gain control over a massive wildfire burning on the Greek island of Crete, as powerful winds fanned ...
Wildfires are tearing through a popular tourist hotspot in Greece, forcing mass evacuations
The wildfire flames have spread rapidly across Crete, reaching homes as well as hotels and other tourist accommodations.
New fire threatens homes in Greece's Athens, blaze in Crete displaces over 1,000, as Europe bakes in heatwave
Firefighters battled a blaze Thursday on the island of Crete that scorched forests and olive groves and forced over 1,000 to ...
1,500 People Evacuated as Wildfire Rages on Greek Island of Crete
Most of those fleeing the blaze were tourists. Firefighters struggled against heavy winds to bring the flames under control.
Fire crews respond to Greek Row after fireworks are thrown near UW
Across western Washington, crews respond to dozens of fires after Fourth of July festivities. Texas officials face scrutiny ...
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Greek Fire: The Mysterious Weapon That Protected the Byzantine Empire
Greek fire was a mysterious weapon that helped the mighty Byzantine Empire survive and ensure its vast sovereignty for ...
As Fire Videos Compete With Beach Photos, Greeks Who Rely on Tourism Are Worried
More than 1,500 people were evacuated when a fire broke out on the southeastern tip of Crete, most of them tourists.