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Added on the 19/07/2023 11:13:03 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images
A large cloud of smoke shrouds the north of Athens as a blaze that firefighters had hoped to control regained strength, after having destroyed large areas of pine forests. IMAGES
Images of wildfires and heavy smoke on hillsides in Greece seen from Mount Pentelicus, between Athens and Nea Makri. Authorities ordered the evacuation of hospitals and homes near the capital as wildfires spread. IMAGES
A giant cloud of smoke billows over the Parthenon in Athens as Greece battles several wildfires, with warnings of extreme weather conditions for the rest of the week. IMAGES
Firefighters and police use hoses and rakes in an attempt to put out a fire in Nemocon, 60 kilometers north of Colombia's capital Bogota. The South American country has appealed for international aid as it continues to battle dozens of forest fires burning vast swathes of land and encroaching on homes in the capital. IMAGES
Fires in Greece destroy cars, houses and lands in Archarnes on the outskirts of Athens, as Greek firefighters struggle to gain the upper hand against major wildfires burning unchecked for a sixth day. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.