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A fire broke out in Mount Penteli, prompting the deployment of two helicopters

The fire is currently contained

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A fire broke out at noon on Tuesday in Daou Penteli. According to the initial assessment by the fire department, the fire is burning low vegetation and is being contained.

Six vehicles with 34 firefighters, two ground teams, and two helicopters have been mobilized for the fire extinguishing operation.

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