ENVIRONMENT

Wildfire breaks out in Macedonia

Wildfire breaks out in Macedonia

A wildfire broke out near a residential area in Litochoro, Macedonia.

The fire service has dispatched 18 firefighters with seven vehicles, three aircraft, and one helicopter to the scene.

A 112 alert message was sent to residents of Plaka, urging them to evacuate towards Katerini and Leptokarya.

Meanwhile, the fire has also immobilized trains. According to Hellenic Train, the power line near Litochoro station has been cut and delays are expected.

 

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