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Athens News Agency: News in English, 11-08-03
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[01] Corfu wildfire receding
[01] Corfu wildfire receding
ANA-MPA/A massive wildfire that broke out almost simultaneously on several
fronts on Tuesday was reported as receding on Wednesday morning, as a
strong firefighting team on land continued operations and water-bombing
aircraft resumed efforts at first light of day.
According to latest information, it was believed that the blaze will be
contained during the day.
Six firefighting airplanes and two water-dropping helicopters were
continuing operations over the areas of Lakones, Alimatades and Vistonas
to extinguish
A governmental delegation and the Fire Brigade chief are currently touring
the villages that were endangered by the fire. the fire, together with
a ground crew of 30 fire engines and 200 firemen.ana-mpa
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