Wildfire Crisis in Greece After Helicopter Crash | Tulsa News

Tulsa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 3, 2026 · 1m

Helicopters and planes are back in the sky over Greece as crews battle a raging wildfire west of Athens, intensified by fierce winds and sparked by faulty power lines — now linked to arson charges against two men and a warrant for a wind generator owner. A tragic midair collision claimed two lives, underscoring the extreme risks firefighters face, while nearly 500 responders work to contain flames that have forced over a thousand evacuations, including beach rescues. With winds easing and international help on standby, authorities warn Athens remains at high risk as temperatures climb. Listen…