30 thousand people are evacuated in Rhodes due to fires
Due to severe forest fires on the Greek island of Rhodes, 30 thousand people are being evacuated from areas threatened by fire.
A major rescue operation is underway to rescue people from the Kiotari and Lardos districts of Rhodes.
A strong forest fire is raging on Rhodes for the fifth day. The coast guard, the armed forces and local authorities are involved in extinguishing the fire.