Greece's Deadliest Wildfire of the Year: Tragedy and Relief

Greece's worst wildfire of the year has left a 64-year-old woman dead and caused extensive damage to homes and properties near Athens. Hundreds of firefighters, along with six waterbombing aircraft, have been battling the blaze. The government has announced compensation and relief measures for those affected.

Greece's deadliest wildfire of the year has tragically taken the life of a 64-year-old woman as it rages near the capital, Athens. Despite milder winds aiding firefighting efforts, the blaze continues to pose a significant threat.

Hundreds of firefighters, backed by six waterbombing aircraft, have been battling the fire since it broke out on Sunday near the village of Varnavas, 35 kilometers north of Athens. The blaze's intensity surged on Monday, driven by gale-force winds, and advanced into suburban areas, razing homes and inciting panic.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is set to chair a ministerial meeting to discuss compensation and relief measures. The Greek government has pledged support for those who have lost homes or properties. As winds are expected to pick up, Greece remains on high fire alert, with conditions likely to worsen over the next few days.

(With inputs from agencies.)