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Blaze burns for third day in southwestern Crete
A large fire that broke out in southwestern Crete on Wednesday continued to burn through mainly low vegetation for a third day on Friday, aided by winds that shifted direction.
The blaze in the Kanthanos-Selinos area, in the Hania region, was initially brought under control but was rekindled on Thursday morning.
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Fire burning forest, farmland in Hania
About 30 firefighters assisted by 14 fire engines and two water-dropping helicopters were on Monday trying to contain a fire that broke out in Metohi, in Crete's Hania region.
Strong winds were stoking the blaze, which is mostly burning forest and farmland, making it difficult for firefighting crews to contain the flames.
Police have blocked traffic from reaching the area.
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