Greece enlists help from European allies to tackle raging wildfires
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While climate concerns are valid, the immediate focus should be on emergency response capabilities and fire prevention measures. Both countries have deployed record numbers of firefighters and equipment, with international cooperation proving crucial in containing these blazes. The real challenge lies in improving early warning systems, evacuation procedures, and forest management practices rather than solely attributing these events to long-term climate trends.