Thousands evacuated in Greece as wildfires approach Athens | BBC News

Thousands of residents are being evacuated from their homes as a large wildfire is spreading towards Athens in Greece, with some flames leaping as high as 25m (80ft). The historic site of Marathon is among the areas where residents are being moved to safety by the emergency services. Houses and properties in the nearby town of Varnavas were burning, according to the fire brigade. Forty fires have broken out in Greece since Saturday afternoon with firefighters still battling seven. More than 500 firefighters and 150 vehicles have been deployed to help put out the flames. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUog For more news, analysis and features visit: www.bbc.com/news #Greece #Wildfires #BBCNews