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Fire in Attica: Incendiary device found in the forest of Varybombi (photos)

More evidence show that climate change was not the only reason for the fires in Greece

Newsroom August 8 04:10

Arson tools were found in the forest of Varybombi, on Friday, the day of the big fire and the authorities are investigating if some people planned to burn the forest from another position as well.

The police is investigating whether there were arson devices in other places that were used.

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It was estimated that it was an improvised incendiary device and the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Department (TEEM) was notified.

Tthe police found wicks, waxed matches, cotton, twine and other tools capable of causing arson.

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