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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Rich Booth

Wildfires spread across Europe as Spain, Greece and Portugal burn

Greece Portugal Spain Europe
  • Wildfires are raging across several European holiday destinations, including Portugal, Greece, and Spain, with hundreds of firefighters deployed.
  • In central Portugal, over 1,200 firefighters are battling a blaze in Vouzela that has scorched 12,000 hectares, with international reinforcements providing aid.
  • Greece is experiencing multiple fires, including a recycling plant blaze near Thessaloniki that prompted indoor warnings due to toxic smoke, and a large wildfire west of Athens.
  • A 76-year-old man was arrested in Greece on suspicion of negligently starting the Thessaloniki recycling plant fire, with authorities stating 85% of Greek wildfires are due to negligence.
  • Spain is also contending with a significant wildfire in the Girona region, which has consumed nearly 2,200 hectares and has a 40-kilometre perimeter.

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Tourist spots across Europe hit by wildfires as Greece warns of toxic smoke

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