Fire sweeps through refugee camp on Greek island
Publisher | Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty |
Publication Date | 20 September 2016 |
Cite as | Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, Fire sweeps through refugee camp on Greek island, 20 September 2016, available at: https://www.refworld.org/docid/58189dd313.html [accessed 19 May 2023] |
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September 20, 2016
Thousands of people had to flee from a massive fire which engulfed a camp for refugees and migrants on the Greek island of Lesbos. The blaze started on September 19, as fights reportedly broke out between groups within the tent city. The UN refugee agency said poor living conditions contributed to the rapid spread of the flames. (Reuters/AP)
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