Dramatic video shows dozens jumping into sea to escape Crete wildfire

A new video released from the Greek island of Crete captures dozens of people jumping into the sea to escape a massive wildfire, according to reports.

A dramatic video showing dozens of people jumping into the sea to escape a wildfire on the Greek island of Crete has been released, according to reports. The footage captures the moment the blaze approached the shoreline, forcing people to flee into the water. The number of people involved is reported as dozens. The wildfire continues to burn in the region, and further details are pending.

2 developments

1. 25 seconds ago · 11:42 · 30 JulLatest

   New video footage captures people fleeing the wildfire into the sea.

2. 10:34 · 30 Jul

   Greek coast guard rescues 29 who jumped into sea to escape Crete wildfire

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