Wildfire menaces major Greek city as heatwave grips Europe

Published: 8/13/2025
Wildfire menaces major Greek city as heatwave grips Europe
Fast-moving wildfires threaten Patras, Greece's third-largest city, amid extreme heat and strong winds across southern Europe. The fires, fueled by scorching temperatures and winds, have led to evacuations, including a children's hospital, and significant destruction in the Achaia region. The crisis unfolds as wildfires ravage from Portugal to the Balkans, and Spain grapples with a deadly heatwave reaching 45C, lasting through Monday. The situation has led to political tension in Spain, with a minister's remarks sparking controversy amid the disaster response.