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Fire in Evia partially under control (updated)

The fire that broke out on Wednesday afternoon in Evia is now partially under control

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The blaze is burning through a forested area near the village of Almyropotamos, right by the main road of Zarakes, heading toward Styra. It is believed to have started near a small chapel in the region.

On the scene are 40 firefighters with 10 fire engines, as well as two ground units from the 4th and 20th EMODE (Special Forest Operations Units). Local government water tankers and volunteers are also assisting. Earlier, one helicopter and two aircraft were deployed to help with the firefighting efforts.

The fire is burning forestland in the area of Almyropotamos, next to the main road of Zarakas, heading toward Styra.

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The flames started in a wooded area near a small chapel in the region.

Currently, 40 firefighters are operating at the scene with 10 fire engines, two ground teams from the 4th and 20th EMODE units, one helicopter, and two aircraft. Local government water tankers and volunteers are also assisting in the effort.

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