A wildfire on the Greek island of Rhodes has forced hundreds of people to evacuate their homes and businesses.
The fire broke out on Saturday afternoon in the area of Kiotari, on the island’s southeastern coast. Strong winds have fanned the flames, making it difficult for firefighters to contain the blaze.
As of Sunday morning, the fire had burned through an area of about 2,000 hectares (5,000 acres).
Hundreds of people have been evacuated from their homes and businesses in the area, and some have been taken to shelters.
Firefighters are working to contain the blaze, but they have been hampered by strong winds and dry conditions.
The cause of the fire is not yet known.
The wildfire is the latest in a series of fires that have hit Greece in recent months.
In June, a wildfire on the island of Evia forced thousands of people to evacuate.
The fires have been blamed on climate change, which has made Greece more vulnerable to extreme weather events.
The Greek government has said that it will be investing in fire prevention and early warning systems in an effort to reduce the risk of future wildfires.
Key points:
- A wildfire on the Greek island of Rhodes has forced hundreds of people to evacuate their homes and businesses.
- The fire broke out on Saturday afternoon in the area of Kiotari, on the island’s southeastern coast.
- Strong winds have fanned the flames, making it difficult for firefighters to contain the blaze.
- As of Sunday morning, the fire had burned through an area of about 2,000 hectares (5,000 acres).
- Hundreds of people have been evacuated from their homes and businesses in the area, and some have been taken to shelters.
- Firefighters are working to contain the blaze, but they have been hampered by strong winds and dry conditions.
- The cause of the fire is not yet known.
- The wildfire is the latest in a series of fires that have hit Greece in recent months.
- The Greek government has said that it will be investing in fire prevention and early warning systems in an effort to reduce the risk of future wildfires.