Forest fires in Greece: 100 Belgians briefly evacuated from their resort on the island of Kos

A number of dozen Belgian Sunweb prospects had been additionally evacuated. The vacationers had been welcomed in a soccer stadium.Greek authorities have determined to evacuate lodges because of a fireplace that was fueled by the wind“, explains the TUI spokesperson.”The lodges themselves had been by no means at risk, however the entry highway to Kardamena might have posed a threat.“The scenario returned to regular on Tuesday morning, based on the 2 tour operators, and everybody was capable of return to their lodges. The security of holidaymakers was by no means endangered. Nevertheless, as a result of hearth, Sunweb has cancelled the bookings of a number of dozen Belgian vacationers who had been because of depart for Kardamena on Tuesday. They will select to get a refund or e-book one other vacation. Forest fires have additionally damaged out in different elements of Greece, together with the island of Chios.