Fire breaks out at refugee camp in Greek capital
A blaze broke out at an Athens refugee camp on Wednesday morning, sending two people to hospital with respiratory problems, Greek media reported, citing fire officials.
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- Published Date: 04:04 | 15 June 2022
- Modified Date: 04:11 | 15 June 2022
A fire broke out at the Eleonas refugee camp in Athens on Wednesday.
A 12-year-old boy was said to have been rushed to a hospital due to respiratory problems, but authorities have not reported any other injuries or fatalities so far.
Around 24 firefighters and eight fire trucks are trying to douse a blaze that has already burned down three containers in the camp.
A fabric warehouse outside the camp also caught on fire and was partially damaged, according to officials.
Authorities are yet to ascertain the cause of the fire.
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