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- Wildfire on Greek island of Crete prompts evacuations and damages homes</p>
<p>July 2, 2025 at 6:59 PM</p>
<p>Fire burns in the Ahlia area near the port town of Ierapetra on the south coast of Crete island, Greece, late Wednesday, July 2, 2025, prompting the evacuation of villages and hotels in the region, authorities said. (InTime News via AP) ()</p>
<p>ATHENS, Greece (AP) — A rapidly spreading wildfire on the Greek island of Crete triggered early Thursday evacuations of hotels and homes as it bore down on coastal areas.</p>
<p>Authorities said evacuations were ordered at three sites outside the port of Ierapetra on the island's south coast. Homes were reported damaged as flames swept through hillside forests, fanned by strong winds.</p>
<p>The fires lit up the night sky, cresting ridgelines and edging toward residential areas. Several residents were treated for breathing difficulties, officials said, but there were no immediate reports of serious injuries.</p>
<p>More than 150 firefighters were operating in the area, while water-dropping planes and helicopters remained grounded overnight.</p>
<p>Crete is one of Greece's most popular tourist destinations.</p>
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