Czech firefighters arrive in Athens to assist with wildfire efforts

A convoy of about 75 Czech firefighters and rescuers arrived in Athens early Thursday. The team is there to assist with extinguishing a large wildfire that broke out near the Greek capital on Sunday. It includes 31 technical vehicles and nine water tankers, and is part of an international aid effort requested by Greece. The wildfire, which has threatened the outskirts of Athens and led to the evacuation of numerous areas, has already destroyed over 104 square kilometers and claimed at least one life. The situation has slightly improved, but high fire warnings remain in place.