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In Greece, no respite on the fire front. Hundreds of firefighters are in action, Wednesday July 19, joined by European reinforcements. The risk will be maximum from Thursday.
Charred trees, as far as the eye can see. North-west of Athens (Greece), thousands of hectares are reduced to ashes, Wednesday July 19. The blaze crossed the town of Mandra (Greece), devastating almost everything in its path. The first evacuees returned to the scene. “We extinguished what we could, and managed to save houses. But a little further, you will see three or four houses completely burnt down”says a resident.
A lack of resources deployed?
Some denounce the lack of means deployed. “There wasn’t a single fire truck, not a helicopter, not a plane passed“, deplores a man. Now we have to rebuild and think about the future. Electricians are trying to repair poles. In view of the damage, their action seems almost ridiculous. lend their support as best they can.