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Forest fires fanned by strong winds and high temperatures threaten homes around Athens and in other parts of southern Greece. Jillian Kitchener reports.
Wildfires that prompted thousands of tourists to flee continue to rage on the Greek island of Rhodes. Firefighters tackled blazes that erupted in peak tourism season, sparking the country's largest-ever wildfire evacuation -- and leaving flights and holidays cancelled. IMAGES
At least six people have been killed and thousands evacuated in dozens of wildfires that continue to sweep across the west. Linda So reports.
On the outskirts of the Greek capital of Athens, firefighting helicopters drop water on blazes as they struggle to tame deadly wildfires burning through the country for a sixth day. So far, 20 people have been killed in the blazes. IMAGES
Plumes of smoke rise above the forest near the village of Karaouli, north of Athens, as Greece grapples with several wildfires and scorching temperatures. Another heatwave is on the horizon for Thursday, with expected temperatures of 44C across the country. IMAGES
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