The wildfire in eastern Attica on Monday, August 10, that broke out on Monday morning in Kouvaras, eastern Attica, is being attributed to sparks caused by contact between low-voltage cables belonging to the  Hellenic Electricity Distribution Network Operator (DEDDIE/HEDNO). This are the findings of the Fire Brigade’s investigative authorities so far, state-run news agency amna.gr […]

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Over 200 firefighters and volunteers assisted by water-dropping helicopters and aerial means have been struggling against a wildfire in eastern Attica since early on Monday morning. One settlement already evacuated.   Strong winds blowing with intensity of 7 Beaufort and gusts up to 8-9 B and changing their direction make the combat difficult. The fire […]

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