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In the Season 8 premiere of 'FBI', Isobel survives a brain bleed from a previous collapse, but Agent Dani Rhodes is tragically killed after being shot. The episode sets the stage for new developments, with Rhodes's death marking a significant event as the show continues.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has announced that tourists whose vacations were disrupted by the wildfires in Rhodes will be offered a one-week free holiday on the island next spring or fall as compensation. The wildfires forced the evacuation of around 20,000 people, including many British tourists, and caused significant damage to the island. Tourism is a vital sector for Greece, accounting for a quarter of its GDP.
Greece has announced that it will offer a week-long free stay on the island of Rhodes in 2024 to tourists whose vacations were cut short by the wildfires that recently ravaged the island. The wildfires, which broke out on July 18, caused significant damage to homes and hotels and forced thousands of people to evacuate. Tourism is a vital sector for Greece's economy, and Rhodes is a popular holiday destination. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stated that the government wants to ensure that visitors return to the island and enjoy its natural beauty, offering them a chance to come back for a free holiday next spring or fall. Mitsotakis also acknowledged that climate change has contributed to the increased intensity of wildfires in the Mediterranean.
Approximately 19,000 people have been evacuated from the Greek island of Rhodes as wildfires continue to burn for a sixth day, marking the largest evacuation from a wildfire in the country. Tourists were among those evacuated, with package holiday companies TUI and Jet2 canceling flights to Rhodes. The evacuation was described as hasty and panicked, but authorities have stated that the abandoned hotels are in better condition than reported. More than 250 firefighters, along with firefighting planes and helicopters from the European Union, are working to contain the fires. Fires have also broken out in other parts of Greece, including the island of Evia. The country is experiencing high temperatures and is at a high risk for fire outbreaks.
Wildfires have forced the evacuation of 19,000 tourists and residents from the Greek island of Rhodes, marking the largest preventive fire evacuation in the country's history. At least 164 fires have burned in 58 places on the island, with no reported casualties but nine people hospitalized for respiratory issues. The fires come amid a heatwave in southern Europe, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius (104 Fahrenheit). International assistance, including aircraft and firefighters from France, Turkey, and Slovakia, has been deployed. Airlines TUI and Jet2 have canceled flights to Rhodes, and tourists have taken to social media to document their experiences. Greek authorities have warned of extreme climatic conditions and the increasing risk of uncontrollable wildfires due to rising greenhouse gas emissions.
The Greek island of Rhodes, known for its beaches and historic sites, is facing wildfires that have led to the evacuation of thousands of residents and tourists. With a population of about 125,000 people, Rhodes is the ninth largest island in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. It was once under the rule of the Knights of the Order of Saint John and is home to a well-preserved medieval town and castle, which are UNESCO World Heritage sites. The small fishing village of Lindos, with its hilltop fortress and ancient acropolis, is also a popular tourist attraction on the island.
Thousands of tourists and residents have been evacuated from the Greek island of Rhodes as a wildfire continues to spread. The fire, which has been burning for nearly a week, has forced the cancellation of flights and caused chaos as people flee to safer areas. The Greek fire brigade has moved 19,000 people to safety, with many being evacuated by private boats. Climate change is believed to be exacerbating the heatwaves and increasing the risk of wildfires in the region.
Thousands of tourists and residents on the Greek island of Rhodes were evacuated as a wildfire, fueled by strong winds, raged for six days. Coastguard vessels and private boats transported over 2,000 tourists from beaches, while many fled their hotels as flames reached seaside villages. Approximately 19,000 people were moved from their homes and hotels, seeking shelter in schools and indoor stadiums. The fire threatened the popular tourist site of Lindos and was one of several wildfires across Greece amid a high risk of wildfires due to extreme heatwaves.
Approximately 19,000 people have been evacuated from the Greek island of Rhodes as wildfires continue to burn for a sixth day, marking the largest evacuation from a wildfire in the country's history. No casualties have been reported, but six individuals were briefly hospitalized with respiratory problems. Firefighters, along with helicopters and planes, are working to contain the blaze, while authorities have designated large parts of Greece as high-risk areas for fire outbreaks.
Thousands of people, including tourists, were evacuated from homes and hotels on the Greek Island of Rhodes as a large wildfire raged for five days, forcing people to flee coastal villages and beaches. The fire, which has been difficult to control due to strong winds and high temperatures, has led to the evacuation of at least 30,000 people. Despite the efforts of over 200 firefighters, planes, and helicopters, the blaze continues to spread towards the eastern coast. The Greek fire department has warned of a high risk of further fires breaking out on Rhodes, as well as on the island of Evia and the eastern part of the Greek mainland.
Thousands of people have been evacuated from homes and hotels on the Greek island of Rhodes as wildfires continue to spread. Private boats and the Greek coastguard are assisting in the evacuation efforts, with Greek navy vessels also en route to the area. No injuries have been reported, and visitors are being safely redirected to other hotels on the island. The fires are the most challenging currently faced by Greece's fire service, with three hotels and several areas affected. The situation is exacerbated by intense heat, with temperatures expected to reach 45C (113F) this weekend.
A wildfire on the Greek island of Rhodes has forced hundreds of people, including tourists, to evacuate affected villages and beaches. Coastguard vessels and private boats have evacuated at least 2,000 people. Firefighters, supported by air water bombers and reinforcements from Slovakia, are struggling to contain the wildfire, which has been burning for five days and is being fueled by strong winds. The fire has damaged three hotels and civil protection authorities have warned of a high risk of wildfires in Rhodes and other areas in Greece due to the ongoing heatwave.