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Strong Winds Fuel Greek Wildfire Entering Third Day
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Strong Winds Fuel Greek Wildfire Entering Third Day

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A large wildfire in southern Boeotia and Attica, Greece, is being fueled by strong northern winds, complicating firefighting efforts.
  • Winds are expected to weaken by Sunday evening but will strengthen again on Monday morning.
  • Firefighters are battling challenging conditions, with the fire entering its third consecutive day.

A fierce wildfire, now in its third day, continues to rage in southern Boeotia and Attica, Greece. Strong northern winds are fanning the flames, creating "adverse pyrometeorological conditions," according to the National Observatory of Athens (meteo.gr).

While the winds were expected to gradually weaken by Sunday evening and into the night, they were forecast to pick up again by Monday morning. Average wind speeds of 30-40 km/h with gusts up to 60-70 km/h were recorded during Sunday afternoon. These conditions have made it difficult for firefighters to contain the blaze.

Satellite data from Sunday morning showed hot spots in western Attica. The fire's spread has been significant, impacting the region. Despite the challenges, efforts are ongoing to combat the wildfire. The forecast for Monday indicates a renewed increase in wind speeds, posing further difficulties for containment.

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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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