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Wildfire rages near Athens
A wildfire raged closer to Athens today, forcing evacuations of at least 11 towns and villages, Reuters reported citing Greek authorities.
The fire broke out on Sunday afternoon, and by this morning was burning in several areas, including the ancient town of Marathon and Mount Penteli north of Athens.
At least three hospitals had been evacuated.
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The Greek authorities have issued several evacuation orders.
Wildfire rages near Athens
A wildfire raged closer to Athens today, forcing evacuations of at least 11 towns and villages, Reuters reported citing Greek authorities.
The fire broke out on Sunday afternoon, and by this morning was burning in several areas, including the ancient town of Marathon and Mount Penteli north of Athens.
At least three hospitals had been evacuated.
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