Thousands Flee Their Homes After Wildfires Bear Down On Greek Capital

Thousands Flee Their Homes After Wildfires Bear Down On Greek Capital

Rising temperatures are leading to longer wildfire seasons. Penteli, Greece: Thousands of people fled their homes around Athens on Monday, including in the historic town of Marathon, as strong winds fanned a wall of wildfire flames closer to the Greek capital. A 30-kilometre (20-mile) long frontline of fires, more than 25 metres (80 feet) high … Read more