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Salamina Wildfires

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Wildfires on the Greek island of Salamina have resulted in two deaths and ten injuries, with investigations underway into the causes. Residents recount desperate efforts to save their homes, while authorities assess the damage. The fires occurred during a European heatwave and drew international media attention.

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Greece/Greek

Salamina Wildfire: Resident Recounts Desperate Fight to Save Home

Angelos Hatzis surveys the charred remains of his home in Peristeri, Salamina, a stark contrast to the dream summer retreat he meticulously built since acquiring it in 1996. The wildfire that swept through the area left behind ashes, destroyed homes, and a community shrouded in grief. "When we built it, it was a fairytale house. Now it's from another... fairytale, with only bad elements," Hatzis tโ€ฆ

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