Greece Issues Red Alert for Extreme Winds and High Wildfire Risk

Meteorological authorities have issued a red alert across Greece due to forecasted storm-force winds reaching nine on the Beaufort scale. The severe weather conditions are expected to significantly elevate the risk of wildfires throughout the weekend.

28 Aug, 16:52 — 28 Aug, 16:52

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Greece Issues Red Alert for Extreme Winds and High Wildfire Risk

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Strong winds, extreme wildfire risk forecast across Greece Saturday - eKathimerini.com

Καιρός: Σε red alert η χώρα, θυελλώδεις άνεμοι ως και 9 μποφόρ -Πού υπάρχει ακραίος κίνδυνος για πυρκαγιές

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