Greece's worst wildfire this year reaches edge of Athens

A fast-moving wildfire fuelled by searing summer heat and strong winds has spread to the edge of Athens, torching trees, houses and cars and forcing the evacuations of more than 25 towns and villages, Greek authorities say.

Greece's worst wildfire this year reaches edge of Athens
Two women hug with rescue workers on either side.

A fast-moving wildfire fuelled by searing summer heat and strong winds has spread to the edge of Athens, torching trees, houses and cars and forcing the evacuations of more than 25 towns and villages, Greek authorities say.