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Greek Crews Mobilize to Tackle Wildfire in Athens Suburb

Greek fire authorities said they had mobilized ground and air forces to tackle a wildfire near Athens on August 3.

Local media reported the local electrical supply was shut down at noon due to the fire, which broke out near Varimpompi.

Sixty firefighters with 20 vehicles, four helicopters, and four aircraft were mobilized, they said.

Video by Elias Mamalakis shows the fire burning. Credit: Elias Mamalakis via Storyful