Mass Evacuation as Wildfire Engulfs Greek Island of Rhodes
TL;DR
Thousands of tourists and residents on the Greek island of Rhodes were evacuated as a wildfire, fueled by strong winds, raged for six days. Coastguard vessels and private boats transported over 2,000 tourists from beaches, while many fled their hotels as flames reached seaside villages. Approximately 19,000 people were moved from their homes and hotels, seeking shelter in schools and indoor stadiums. The fire threatened the popular tourist site of Lindos and was one of several wildfires across Greece amid a high risk of wildfires due to extreme heatwaves.
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