Greece firefighters tame wildfire near Athens


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  • Tuesday, 17 Jun 2025

A firefighting plane makes a water drop as a wildfire burns in Ano Souli, near Athens, Greece, June 16, 2025. REUTERS/Stelios Misinas

(Reuters) -A Greek blaze burning near a village northeast of Athens appeared largely contained, a Reuters witness and fire brigade officials said on Monday.

About 140 firefighters assisted by 38 engines and 18 aircraft continued operations to bring the blaze, which was burning through a thick forest, under full control but the situation had improved, a fire brigade official said.

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