Greek Residents evacuated as wildfire threatens homes in Glyfada and Voula

A wildfire on the outskirts of the Greek capital Athens is threatening homes and infrastructure, with some residents being evacuated by the authorities.

The blaze has spread across the slopes of Mount Hymettus, which overlooks Athens, sending clouds of thick smoke drifting over the city’s southern suburbs. Strong winds have helped fan the fire.

There is concern about damage to power lines, and traffic has been diverted away from the area.

Residents have been evacuated from some parts of the Voula and Glyfada regions, about 12.4 miles (20km) from the city centre.

A wildfire on the outskirts of the Greek capital Athens is threatening homes and infrastructure, with some residents being evacuated by the authorities.

The blaze has spread across the slopes of Mount Hymettus, which overlooks Athens, sending clouds of thick smoke drifting over the city’s southern suburbs. Strong winds have helped fan the fire.

There is concern about damage to power lines, and traffic has been diverted away from the area.

Residents have been evacuated from some parts of the Voula and Glyfada regions, about 12.4 miles (20km) from the city centre.

A fire on the outskirts of the Greek capital Athens is threatening homes and infrastructure, with some residents being vacated by the authorities.

The fire has spread across the slopes of Mount Hymettus, which overlooks Athens, sending clouds of thick smoke drifting over the city’s southern suburbs. Strong winds have helped fan the fire.

There is worry about damage to power lines, and traffic has been diverted away from the neighbourhood.

Residents have been evacuated from some parts of the Voula and Glyfada regions, about 12.4 miles (20km) from the city centre.