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natural-disasters3 years ago•1 min saved

Devastating Evros wildfire wipes out goat breeder's livelihood

Goat breeder Kleanthis Raptis lost most of his livestock in a deadly wildfire that has been burning for over two weeks in the northeastern region of Evros, Greece. The wildfire, Europe's deadliest this summer, has killed at least 20 people, destroyed homes, and scorched forests, including the protected Dadia-Lefkimi-Soufli park. Raptis, who had previously saved his livestock from a fire last year, expressed despair as his stable was burnt to the ground, leaving behind only charred remains. The government attributes the severity of the wildfires to extremely dry, windy, and hot conditions linked to climate change.

via Reuters|

#climate-change #evros #greece

natural-disasters3 years ago•2 min saved

"Unprecedented Greece Wildfire Devastates EU: Largest on Record"

The ongoing wildfire in northeastern Greece is the largest ever recorded in the European Union, claiming 20 lives and showing no signs of abating. The blaze, concentrated in a forest near the Turkish border, has been difficult to access for firefighters. Another major fire is also burning near the Greek capital. The European Union has coordinated relief efforts, mobilizing aircraft, firefighters, and vehicles. The causes of the fires are under investigation. Greece has called for help from other European countries, and more than 350 firefighters have been sent to assist. The wildfire has scorched over 81,000 hectares of land, making it the largest single blaze recorded in the EU since 2000.

via Euronews|

#european-union #evros #firefighters

natural-disasters3 years ago•3 min saved

"Greece's Devastating Wildfire: Europe's Largest Ever Recorded"

A wildfire in northeastern Greece has burned an area larger than New York City, according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service. The fire, fueled by strong winds and hot weather, has been raging for 11 days and has killed at least 20 people. Firefighters from five countries are working to contain the blaze, which has turned lush greenery into scorched earth and destroyed homes and livelihoods. The fire is still highly dangerous, and efforts are being made to protect the remaining unaffected areas. The National Park of Dadia-Lefkimi-Soufli Forest has lost at least 30% of its area. Greece has been criticized for spending more on extinguishing fires than on prevention. The fires have also sparked anti-immigrant sentiment in the region, with some blaming migrants for starting the fires.

via Reuters.com|

#climate-change #copernicus #evros

natural-disasters3 years ago•1 min saved

"Uncontainable Evros Fire Ravages Greece, Warns Regional Official"

A massive wildfire near the northeastern Greek region of Evros is unlikely to be contained, according to a regional official. The fire, which has been burning for nine days, is the largest single fire in the history of the EU and threatens Greece's Dadia national park. Difficult conditions and shifting winds are hindering firefighting efforts. Over 74,000 hectares of land have been scorched, including 13,000 hectares in the national park. Evacuation orders have been issued for affected villages. Greece has experienced a surge in wildfires, with climate change being cited as a contributing factor.

via DW (English)|

#climate-change #dadia-national-park #evros

natural-disasters3 years ago•1 min saved

"Deadly Greece Wildfires Ignited by Powerful Winds"

Wildfires fueled by strong winds have killed one person in Greece's Evros region, with 64 wildfires erupting across the country in the last 24 hours. Authorities have ordered evacuations in several communities near the Turkish border. The body of a man, likely a migrant, was found burned near the port city of Alexandroupolis. More than 200 firefighters and 18 aircraft are battling a wildfire in Evros, with the next 48 hours deemed critical due to extreme weather conditions. Cyprus is sending two firefighting aircraft to assist Greece. Climate change has exacerbated the frequency and intensity of wildfires in Greece, while Spain is also grappling with a devastating wildfire on the island of Tenerife.

via Reuters|

#climate-change #evros #greece