The Latest: Wildfire Near Greek Capital Burns For 3rd Day

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — The Latest on wildfires in Europe (all times local): 1:20 p.m. About 350 Greek firefighters and soldiers, assisted by water-dropping planes and dozens of fire trucks are struggling to contain a large wildfire raging for three days through pine forests north of Athens. Nobody has been injured by the blaze between Varnavas and Kalamos, 45 kilometers (28 miles) from Athens, but at least 20 homes have been damaged. Officials said inhabited areas weren't in direct danger Tuesday.Read more on NewsOK.com

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