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Belgian wildfire approaches Germany despite rain as Greece probes deadly blaze

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On Monday, one of Belgium's largest-ever wildfires continued to blaze out of control near Sourbrodt, advancing toward the German border despite cooler weather and rain that otherwise aided firefighting efforts. Meanwhile, in Greece, authorities investigated a deadly blaze as a separate fire briefly flared up near the main airport on the outskirts of Athens.

The simultaneous wildfires occur as Europe swelters through severe seasonal conditions. The unfolding events highlight the ongoing challenges faced by emergency responders across the continent as extreme weather continues to threaten populated areas and critical infrastructure.

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