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Wildfire near Athens leaves rescuers scrambling to reunite hundreds of animals
A wildfire near Athens caused by extreme heat and high winds has led to the rescue of hundreds of animals, including over 280 pets and wildlife in the town of Megara. Volunteers and firefighters are struggling to reunite displaced animals like Sasa, a missing puppy, while experts call for increased EU resources and fire refuges to address the growing threat to animals during hotter summers.
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