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Firefighters try to contain fiery destruction on Greek island of Evia

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Firefighters on the populous Greek island of Evia battle heat and suffocating smoke for a seventh consecutive day, fueled by wildfires that have wiped out hundreds of homes and forced thousands to flee. IMAGES

Added on the 09/08/2021 16:14:04 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images

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