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The Latest Breaking News on Wildfires

‘Like a blowtorch’: Mediterranean on fire as blazes spread across nine countries

‘There is no magical defence mechanism,’ says Greek prime minister as fires burn in northern Africa and southern Europe

The Guardian - AU

Satellites watch as wildfires rage across Greece (photos)

Wildfires have been burning across several Greek islands since July 17, causing catastrophic damage and a mass evacuation. New satellite images capture the impact of the fires from space.

Space

Firefighters killed in Greece plane crash as yet more record temperatures are forecast

Dozens of holidaymakers are desperate to escape fire-ravaged Rhodes, but Andy Gregory finds others flying to the island undeterred

The Independent UK

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As new wildfires rage in Greece, a survivor and a firefighter share their stories

The fires that have ravaged Greece and its idyllic islands for over a week are dredging up painful memories of previous catastrophes, like the Mati fire in 2018 that killed more than 100 people. Drawing from first-hand experience, a survivor and a veteran firefighter share advice on what to do…

France 24

Arizona firefighter, 18, accused of starting blazes due to boredom

Karson Nutter has been linked to eight fires in Yavapai and Coconino counties

The Independent UK

Rhodes wildfires are climate wake-up call, says UK minister

Patrick Courtown sounds warning as evacuation flights head to Greek island to rescue stranded Britons

The Guardian - UK

Crete at ‘extreme risk’ from wildfires as blazes burn around Mediterranean

The latest evacuation orders were issued on the islands of Corfu and Evia

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Tuesday briefing: The latest from Greece, as wildfires rage and thousands are evacuated

In today’s newsletter: At least 10 hospitalised, and almost 20,000 relocated from Rhodes – how the country is tackling its climate crisis

The Guardian - UK

Satellite images show how wildfires spread to engulf large parts of Greek islands

PM declares ‘we are at war’ as wildfire rips through popular Greek island during tourist season

The Independent UK

How bad are the wildfires in Greece – and what caused them? A visual guide

Fatal heatwave in southern Europe and dry conditions have fuelled spread of fires

The Guardian - UK

US Forest Service burn started wildfire that nearly reached Los Alamos, New Mexico, agency says

The U.S. Forest Service says its own prescribed burn started a 2022 wildfire that nearly reached Los Alamos, New Mexico

The Independent UK

‘A near-death experience’: UK tourists describe escape from Rhodes wildfires

Travellers say they faced ‘absolute chaos’ as they were forced to flee with luggage still at hotels

The Guardian - UK

Is it safe to travel to Greece? The latest advice as wildfires rage

The UK and Greek governments, as well as hotels and travel operators, can advise you about whether or not you should postpone your holiday

Evening Standard

What rights do holidaymakers have as wildfires rage in Greece?

WILDFIRES on the Greek islands of Rhodes and Corfu are causing chaos for thousands of holidaymakers with the Greek government saying it has…

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Rhodes wildfires: up to 10,000 Britons stranded on Greek island

No 10 says travel advice for the island may change, as Greece undertakes largest-ever evacuation effort

Zenger

Israeli Firefighting Mission In Greece Concludes Amid Extreme Heat

Emergency response teams successfully suppress fires and assist Greece in challenging conditions.

Radio France Internationale

Greek authorities evacuate thousands as fires scorch island of Rhodes

High winds forecast for Sunday are expected to hamper firefighters' battle to contain a blaze burning out of control on the Greek island of Rhodes, where some 30,000 people have been forced to evacuate.

The Independent UK

Greek authorities evacuate some 19,000 people as wildfire blazes on the Greek island of Rhodes

Some 19,000 people have been evacuated from the Greek island of Rhodes as wildfires continued burning for a sixth day on three fronts, Greek authorities said on Sunday

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Rhodes wildfires: UK monitoring situation as holidaymakers evacuated from hotels

Jet2 Holidays and Tui have both cancelled bookings to the island while easyJet confirmed all flights would continue as normal

Al Jazeera

Strong winds reignite fire near Athens as heatwave sears Greece

Evacuation orders issued for West Attica areas, as firefighters battle flames in various locations across Greece.

The Guardian - UK

Our leaders failed us on the climate emergency

Letters: Diana Francis, Anne Taylor and Dr Barrie Dale on why humanity is still failing to act as the planet burns

The National (Scotland)

Controlled moor burning should be considered for managing wildfires, says Kate Forbes

Controlled burning on moors should be considered part of the techniques for controlling wildfires, former SNP leadership contender Kate Forbes has…

Zenger

Israel To Send Firefighting Aircraft To Aid Greece Amid Raging Wildfires

‌Wildfires Engulf Outskirts of Athens for a Third Day, Residents Forced to Flee Amid Escalating Heatwave and Ongoing Destruction‌

The Independent UK

Canadian wildfires hit Indigenous communities hard, threatening their land and culture

The worst wildfire season in Canadian history is displacing Indigenous communities from Nova Scotia to British Columbia, blanketing them in thick smoke, destroying homes and forests and threatening important cultural activities like hunting, fishing and gathering native plants

Evening Standard

One in six London fire engines out of use because of staff shortages, says union

London’s only fireboat - essential for river rescues - has also been unavailable for 13 shifts this month

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