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fires

Faulty Power Cable Suspected in Greece’s Worst Wildfire of the Year, Sources Say

Investigators suspect a faulty power cable may have caused Greece’s worst wildfire of the year, which began near Varnavas on August 11 and burned 10,000 hectares. The blaze, which killed one person and reached Athens’ suburbs, is under investigation for potential electrical faults and arson. Despite no evidence of malfunction from the power network operator, engineers are still examining the cause.

Heatwave Greece

Greece Braces for Intense Heatwave: Temperatures Expected to Soar to 41 Degrees

The Hellenic National Meteorological Service (HNMS) has issued a heatwave advisory starting tomorrow, with temperatures expected to soar above 41-42 degrees Celsius (105.8-107.6 degrees Fahrenheit) by Wednesday, particularly in mainland regions. Residents are urged to take precautions as the heatwave is set to peak mid-week and persist through Thursday and Friday.