Eight dead as wildfires sweep Turkey, Greece and Italy - forcing beach resort and village evacuations

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Wildfires are continuing to rage in Turkey, Greece, and Italy, with entire villages and beaches being evacuated

There are more than 120 fires in Turkey but officials say that around 100 are under control. Pic: AP

The current heatwave is being fuelled by hot air from northern Africa and the southern coastal city of Antalya reached 42C during the weekend and temperatures are expected to reach 47C this week. The aerial fighting force includes contributions from Croatia, Spain, Ukraine, Russia, Iran and Azerbaijan.Greece has also been dealing with fires, such as this one near Lampiri village, west of Patras/ Pic: APFires have also devastated parts of Greece and Italy.

 

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