Fires in Greece: Situation in the Aegean and Balkans

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Firefighting efforts in Greece.

Fires in Greece continue to spread rapidly. Some villages on Chios Island in the Aegean Sea have been evacuated. Stay tuned for information on the effects of the fires and developments.

According to national media, the fire in the Ahaia region has quickly spread to residential areas. The Patra and Pirgo highways have been closed to traffic, and evacuation orders have been issued for five villages.

The fire on Chios Island has damaged agricultural areas near Lithi village. Firefighting efforts are ongoing from both land and air.

Greek Coast Guard officials rescued 51 people stranded on two beaches on the island. Firefighting teams are battling high temperatures and strong winds.