Greek firefighters battle deadly wildfires on Crete for a second day

Greek firefighters were battling deadly wildfires on the island of Crete for a second day on Thursday, as wildfires continue to spread across Europe following days of devastating blazes in Spain and France.

On Wednesday, three Greek firefighters died battling blazes during high winds on Crete and on the mainland, and two more were lightly injured.

ATHENS, July 30 - Greek firefighters were battling deadly wildfires on the island of Crete for a second day on Thursday, as wildfires continue to spread across Europe following days of devastating blazes in Spain and France.

Greek firefighters battle deadly wildfires on Crete for a second day  Reuters

The Greek Coast Guard is rescuing people trapped by rapidly spreading wildfires on the island of Crete.

Fire service pays tribute to two firefighters who died battling a forest blaze on Crete, saying they 'fell heroically in the line of duty'.

The flames were being fanned by strong winds in the area, which were hampering firefighting efforts.

Officials say that two firefighters have died in a wildfire on the Greek island of Crete