Greece: Thousands flee homes as fires rage outside Athens
08 August 2021 |
10:27 am
Emergency services evacuated several northern suburbs of the Greek capital after fresh fires broke out late on Tuesday as strong winds and blistering heat continue to complicate the efforts of rescue crews.
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