A massive forest fire has reached the Athens suburbs of Penteli, Vrilissia, and Chalandri, causing thousands of people to flee their homes. Houses and cars are burning, and several hospitals have been evacuated.
The fire, which started in Varnavas, has developed into a 30 km wide and 25 m high wall of fire. The city of Marathon is experiencing a 'disaster of biblical proportions', evoking memories of the 2018 Mati disaster.
The European Union has sent aid to help Greece combat the wildfires. The wildfires are a result of a combination of factors, including extreme heat, high winds, and the ongoing climate crisis.
The Greek government has activated the EU disaster response mechanism, and several EU states, including France, Italy, and the Czech Republic, have provided air and ground support to assist in the firefighting efforts. The situation in Attica is dire, with homes, forests, and human lives at risk.
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