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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Nick Ferris and Holly Bancroft

Wildfires on Greek island of Rhodes force thousands of holidaymakers to evacuate

Reuters

Thousands of holidaymakers and residents have been forced to evacuate their homes and hotels on the Greek island of Rhodes, as wildfires raged for a fifth day.

Coastguard vessels and more than 30 private boats evacuated at least 2,000 people from beaches on the south of the island, and in total an estimated 30,000 people have been moved to safety, local officials said.

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