Fast-moving wildfire driven by strong winds and extreme heat sweeps through the hills above Porto Germeno as firefighters battle to contain the flames west of Athens.

Porto Germeno, Greece – August 1, 2026: Firefighters battle a fast-moving wildfire burning through the hills above Porto Germeno, west of Athens. Driven by strong winds and extreme heat, the blaze spread rapidly through forested terrain, prompting a large-scale emergency response involving ground crews, helicopters and firefighting aircraft as authorities worked to protect nearby communities and infrastructure. Photo: Dimitra Margariti / MedPress