Watch: Beachgoers look on as wildfires burn in Greece

Hundreds have been evacuated as wildfires continues to burn in Halkidiki and the island of Crete.

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The fires, which have been fanned by gale-force winds, broke out on Wednesday afternoon, spread rapidly, threatening homes, tourist accommodation, and critical infrastructure.

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