Crete wildfire kills two firefighters as fierce flames spread in Greece

Two firefighters have died battling a wildfire on the island of Crete, Greece, as strong winds pushed the flames rapidly across the landscape. Euronews reports aircraft have joined the ground crews in the firefighting and rescue effort. Crete, a popular tourist destination in the Mediterranean, regularly faces summer wildfire risk during the region's hot, dry season.

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