Fire broke out in Sithonia, northern Greece (pics)

A large wildfire broke out on the Sithonia peninsula, in northern Greece, early on Thursday.

Fire broke out in Sithonia, northern Greece (pics)

Strong winds are blowing in the area, hindering the efforts of the fire fighters.

A force of 45 firemen with 20 vehicles are operating along with numerous volunteer fire fighters.

"The situation is difficult as strong winds are blowing in the area [...] We are on alert. There is no electricity and water," Sithonia deputy mayor Paris Deblas said in statements to the Athens-Macedonian News Agency's radio station Praktoreio 104.9 FM.

Source: ana-mpa

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