Officials warn of a devastating environmental disaster as the massive wildfire continues for a second day in central Greece, with more than 50,000 stremmas of land affected and fresh flare-ups threatening nearby communities.

Authorities have prohibited pedestrians and all vehicles from entering forest areas in three municipalities across Halkidiki from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. due to an elevated wildfire risk.

Wildfires continue to burn across Boeotia, Achaia and Crete, prompting evacuations, sea rescues, road closures and large-scale firefighting operations as hurricane-force winds complicate efforts to contain the flames.

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A massive wildfire is devouring forest and threatening homes as forest commandos risk everything to hold it back

Minister Evangelos Tournas visited Porto Germeno as 170 firefighters battle overnight fires across Boeotia

Wildfires in Boeotia, Attica, and Argolida are burning under very unfavorable conditions driven mainly by strong north winds

New images reveal the extent of the damage to Crete's iconic Preveli Palm Forest after a wildfire, while local officials and experts say the unique ecosystem is expected to recover over time, as it did following the devastating 2010 fire.

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Fire officials say 51 new wildfires broke out in 24 hours, with 73 now active across Greece amid strong winds

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Health authorities have approved emergency mosquito control measures in several regions after a sharp increase in West Nile virus infections, while urging residents nationwide to protect themselves from mosquito bites.

A University of the Aegean analysis using satellite data found that the blaze destroyed olive groves, pine forest and shrubland, with most of the affected area consisting of olive trees.

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Fire investigators concluded that sparks from swaying medium-voltage power lines likely ignited the deadly wildfire in Crete, prompting the arrest of the local power grid operations manager.

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Hundreds of firefighters remain locked in a battle against a major wildfire in southern Crete, where powerful winds continue to fuel flare-ups and prevent aerial firefighting operations. Authorities remain on high alert as fires persist on Paros and new blazes break out in western Greece.

Experts warn that increasingly intense wildfires fueled by climate change are creating their own weather, overwhelming firefighting resources and demanding a greater focus on prevention and preparedness.

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