Wildfire Rages Southeast of Greek Capital | VOA News

Villagers were ordered to leave their homes southeast of Athens Monday as a wildfire fanned by strong winds burned vegetation nearby, authorities said. The blaze was raging close to buildings in the village of Kouvaras, about 27 km (17 miles) from the Greek capital, and threatening other settlements, the civil protection service said. Up to 150 firefighters, 40 fire engines and 11 aircraft were trying to control the flames amid gale-force winds. The Greek meteorological service has warned of high danger of fire just as the country is recovering from the first major heatwave of the summer. (Reuters) » Subscribe to VOA News: » Watch more VOA News video: Voice of America (VOA) is the largest U.S. international broadcaster, providing news and information in more than 40 languages to an estimated weekly audience of 236.8 million people. VOA produces content for digital, television, and radio platforms. It is easily accessed via your mobile phone and on social media. It is also distributed by satellite, cable, FM and MW, and is carried on a network of approximately 3,000 affiliate stations. Since its creation in 1942, Voice of America has been committed to providing comprehensive coverage of the news and telling audiences the truth. Through World War II, the Cold War, the fight against global terrorism, and the struggle for freedom around the globe today, VOA exemplifies the principles of a free press. Connect with VOA News: » VISIT OUR WEBSITE: » LIKE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE: » FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: » FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: