Greece wildfires under control but strong winds still a threat, say officials ‘No active front’ in Rhodes, Corfu and central Greece blazes as more than 460 firefighters remain on alert The Guardian - UK · Jul 29, 2023
Greece wildfires: how climate change is involved, and what we can do about it Fanned by strong winds and record temperatures, wildfires on the Greek island of Rhodes recently spread from the hilly interior to the densely populated coastline with astonishing speed, leaving authorities with the daunting task of evacuating thousands of residents and holidaymakers from harm’s way. The Conversation · Jul 28, 2023
Jerusalem Firefighters Rescue Puppies From Forest Blaze Brave firefighters save nine tiny puppies from a ring of fire threatening hospital in Jerusalem. Zenger · Jul 27, 2023
Wildfires in Portugal: Is it safe to travel to Lisbon and Cascais right now? Wildfires have broken out near holiday spot Cascais The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2023
A fire is still burning on board a car-carrying cargo ship near a sensitive Dutch bird habitat A cargo ship packed with nearly 3,000 cars is still ablaze close to a world-renowned bird habitat off the Dutch coast The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2023
Winds fuel fire flare-ups in Rhodes as state of emergency declared across island Residents lament daily ‘pattern’ of fire flare-ups: ‘By the afternoon, the sky’s gone dark ... there’s smoke everywhere, and you can see it for miles’ The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2023
Greece wildfires: What is the Fire Weather Index and which areas could face wildfires in the future? The heatwave sweeping Europe has led to devastating wildfires in Greece, Portugal and Croatia The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2023
Mediterranean wildfires: At least 40 killed as blazes continue to spread in Portugal and Spain Firefighters have been battling flames across the Mediterranean as villages and holiday resorts are evacuated Evening Standard · Jul 26, 2023
‘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 · Jul 26, 2023
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 · Jul 25, 2023
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 · Jul 25, 2023
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 · Jul 25, 2023
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 · Jul 25, 2023
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 · Jul 25, 2023
Evening Standard · Jul 25, 2023 Crete at ‘extreme risk’ from wildfires as blazes burn around Mediterranean The latest evacuation orders were issued on the islands of Corfu and Evia
The Guardian - UK · Jul 25, 2023 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 Independent UK · Jul 25, 2023 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 Guardian - UK · Jul 25, 2023 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 Independent UK · Jul 25, 2023 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 Guardian - UK · Jul 24, 2023 ‘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
Evening Standard · Jul 24, 2023 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
The National (Scotland) · Jul 24, 2023 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…
The Guardian - UK · Jul 24, 2023 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 · Jul 23, 2023 Israeli Firefighting Mission In Greece Concludes Amid Extreme Heat Emergency response teams successfully suppress fires and assist Greece in challenging conditions.
Radio France Internationale · Jul 23, 2023 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.