On the northern fringes of the Greek capital, Athens, a major forest fire is currently raging out of control. The fire, which began on Sunday afternoon about 35 kilometers from Athens, has prompted a massive response from firefighters and emergency services.
As of Monday morning, hundreds of firefighters, supported by over two dozen water-dropping planes, are battling the blaze. Evacuation orders have been issued for more than a dozen areas, including Marathon and several Athens suburbs. A children's hospital and a military hospital have been evacuated, and authorities are providing shelter for evacuees in sports halls and hotels.
