Lightning caused 24 fires in Greece

A total of 72 fires broke out over the past 24 hours in forested and agricultural areas, mainly in the Peloponnese, Skyros, Attica, Viotia and Evia, 50 of which were eradicated immediately, the service added.

Firefighters continue to battle the fires. | BGNES

Lightning caused 24 fires in Greece

Lightning strikes on Friday (30 August) afternoon sparked 24 fires across Greece, the fire service said.

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