Greece wildfires: drone footage shows scale of destruction

0 views
0%

Greece wildfires: drone footage shows scale of destruction

Aerial footage shows the aftermath of a wildfire that broke out in Greece on 17 July in Kouvaras, about 17 miles south-east of Athens. The blaze, fanned by strong winds, raged uncontrolled through the village, forcing residents to flee their homes, and leaving behind charred fields and burnt-out buildings. A Reuters witness said at least five houses were severely damaged by the fire, which also tore through the seaside residential area of Lagonisi, a popular resort
Extreme heatwave live: Greece battles to contain wildfires as temperature in Italy forecast to hit 46C

Date: July 18, 2023