#wildfire

A fast-moving wildfire in southern France has led to the evacuation of approximately 10,000 people, as it has consumed over 1,500 hectares of land. The situation remains critical as authorities respond to the emergency.

Hundreds of firefighters are engaged in combating wildfires in Portugal and Greece, with Spain and Italy providing reinforcements to Portugal for a blaze that has been ongoing for over three days. In Thessaloniki, Greece, authorities have advised residents to stay indoors and close windows and doors due to the presence of toxic smoke, as the situation escalates.

A fast-moving wildfire erupted near Thessaloniki, Greece, prompting evacuations in three small suburbs as reported by the country's Fire Service. The fire began in a mountainous ravine around 8:30 p.m. local time and quickly spread, affecting the surrounding areas.