Storms and floods hit Greece while fires continue to rage

The fires surround the village of Peyki, on the island of Evia on the fifth day of a wildfire in the area, in Greece, 8 August 2021.

The fires surround the village of Peyki, on the island of Evia on the fifth day of a wildfire in the area, in Greece, 8 August 2021. Source: Anadolu/Getty Images

Storms with strong winds and hail pelted Greece the last 24 hours creating one more headache for the authorities. Fires continue to rage in Peloponnese although in most cases on the fire front the situation seems to be improving.



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