https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/two-dead-and-hundreds-evacuated-as-wildfires-break-out-near-athensContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/two-dead-and-hundreds-evacuated-as-wildfires-break-out-near-athenshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/two-dead-and-hundreds-evacuated-as-wildfires-break-out-near-athens#u44517Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:40:06 +0000Two people have died and hundreds have been evacuated as wildfires break out near Athens, Greece, and a large fire is burning in a nature reserve in Belgium, near the German border. Firefighters are battling the blazes, with aircraft deployed to assist. The fires have prompted evacuations and are a concern for nearby communities.Why it mattersWildfires have been a growing concern in various parts of Europe, with hot and dry conditions creating a high risk of fires. The fires in Greece and Belgium are significant due to their proximity to populated areas and the impact on local communities.What