Wildfire claims one life in Athens
The victim, identified as a 45-year-old, was engaged in firefighting efforts.
KATHMANDU: Greek officials reported that a person lost their life in a wildfire that broke out in the northern suburb of Stamata, near Athens on Sunday.
The blaze also affected three areas close to the Greek capital, resulting in extensive damage.
The victim, identified as a 45-year-old, was engaged in firefighting efforts.
Authorities are currently managing the fire, issuing warnings to residents in surrounding areas to remain vigilant and heed traffic advisories. As a precautionary measure, four settlements and a summer camp for children were evacuated.
Located approximately 40 kilometers southeast of Athens, the municipality of Lavreotiki also reported unclear figures of houses and cars damaged due to the wildfire.
Security officials have safely relocated 52 individuals to secure locations
