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Fire Rages in Spathovouni, Corinthia; Air and Ground Forces Battle Flames
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Fire Rages in Spathovouni, Corinthia; Air and Ground Forces Battle Flames

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A large fire is burning in Spathovouni, Corinthia, Greece, with strong ground and air forces battling the flames.
  • The fire broke out in a rural and forest area on Friday afternoon, fueled by strong winds that complicate firefighting efforts.
  • Firefighters are working to contain the blaze and prevent its spread to residential areas and crops, while an investigation into the cause is underway.

A significant wildfire is raging in Spathovouni, Corinthia, Greece, prompting a large-scale response from emergency services. The blaze ignited in a rural and forest area on Friday afternoon, quickly escalating into a major incident.

Strong winds are hampering the efforts of approximately 60 firefighters, three ground teams, and 15 vehicles deployed to the scene. Aerial support includes four aircraft and three helicopters, with one helicopter coordinating the operation. Local water tankers are also assisting.

Firefighters are engaged in a difficult battle to control the flames and prevent them from spreading to nearby homes and agricultural land. Drones equipped with thermal cameras are providing real-time situational awareness to aid in the coordination of firefighting efforts.

The Hellenic Fire Service has dispatched an investigative unit to determine the cause of the fire. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges of combating wildfires, particularly in windy conditions.

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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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