Two firefighters were killed after two firefighting helicopters collided mid-air while battling a major wildfire in Greece. The tragic accident occurred during aerial firefighting operations as authorities continued efforts to contain rapidly spreading blazes amid extreme heat and dry conditions. Europe is facing one of its worst wildfire seasons in recent history as extreme heat, strong winds, and prolonged drought fuel devastating blazes across the continent. Massive wildfires have swept through Greece, France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Croatia, Turkey, the United Kingdom, Norway, and Germany, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate while firefighters battle to contain rapidly spreading flames. In Greece, more than 100 homes have been destroyed near Athens, while deadly fires have claimed the lives of firefighters. Spain, France, Portugal, Italy, Croatia, Turkey, Norway, Germany, and the UK are also battling major wildfires, with thousands of hectares of land burned and widespread evacuations underway. Scientists warn that climate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of extreme wildfire events across Europe. #europewildfires #wildfire #greece #france #spain #portugal #italy #turkey #climatechange #heatwave #breakingnews About Channel: WION The World is One News examines global issues with in-depth analysis. We provide much more than the news of the day. Our aim is to empower people to explore their world. With our Global headquarters in New Delhi, we bring you news on the hour, by the hour. We deliver information that is not biased. We are journalists who are neutral to the core and non-partisan when it comes to world politics. People are tired of biased reportage and we stand for a globalized united world. So for us, the World is truly One. Please keep discussions on this channel clean and respectful and refrain from using racist or sexist slurs and personal insults. Subscribe to our channel at https://goo.gl/JfY3NI Check out our website: http://www.wionews.com Join our WhatsApp Channel: https://bit.ly/455YOQ0 Connect with us on our social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WIONews Twitter: https://twitter.com/WIONews Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wionews/ Follow us on Google News for the latest updates Zee News:- https://bit.ly/2Ac5G60 Zee Business:- https://bit.ly/36vI2xa DNA India:- https://bit.ly/2ZDuLRY WION: https://bit.ly/3gnDb5J Zee News Apps: https://bit.ly/ZeeNewsApps