A wildfire on the outskirts of the Greek capital Athens is threatening homes and infrastructure, with some residents being evacuated by the authorities. The blaze has spread across the slopes of Mount Hymettus, which overlooks Athens, sending clouds of thick smoke drifting over the city’s southern suburbs. Residents have been evacuated from some parts of the Voula and Glyfada regions, about 12.4 miles (20km) from the city centre. According to the Greek newspaper Kathimerini, a local official Giannis Konstantatos said: “The situation is dire and the wind does not help. We are fighting along with the fire brigade and the volunteers to prevent it from reaching homes.

Source: The Guardian June 05, 2022 07:44 UTC