Rain helps extinguish fire in Lefkimi, Soufli

Firefighters have successfully brought a forest fire in Lefkimi, Soufli, Greece, under control. The blaze, which ignited in a forested area, saw continuous efforts from firefighting forces battling the flames with water drops from both ground and air units throughout the day.

Favorable weather conditions, including light rain and calm winds that began in the afternoon, significantly aided the containment efforts. By sunset, authorities reported that the fire no longer presented an active front.

Despite the positive development, a contingent of ground forces will remain stationed at the site throughout the night. This precautionary measure is in place due to concerns about potential rekindling of the fire.

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