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Crete wildfire latest: Hundreds evacuated from hotels and homes in Greece as fires tear through holiday island
In pictures: Firefighters battle huge flames in Crete
Alex Croft3 July 2025 08:36
Hundreds evacuated as wildfires rip through Crete
A wildfire has been tearing through Greece’s southern island of Crete, prompting the evacuation of more than 1,500 residents from hotels and homes.
Hundreds of firefighters are now battling the blaze and evacuations by sea have begun, according to the coastguard.
Gale-force winds have fanned the fire after it broke out in the forested terrain near the Ierapetra municipality.
We will be bringing you all the latest news from the wildfires on this live blog.
Alex Croft3 July 2025 08:30
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