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Huge wildfire breaks out on Mount Vesuvius, flames visible from Naples

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A huge fire has broken out in the Vesuvius National Park with smoke visible over the city of Naples. Whilst over 100 firefighters and volunteers work to put out the blaze.

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  • A major wildfire broke out in Vesuvius National Park, Italy.
  • Smoke from the fire is visible over the city of Naples. 7s
  • About 100 firefighters and six Canadair aircraft are involved in the response. 12s
  • Roughly 200 hectares have been burned so far. 19s
  • The army has been called in as high temperatures complicate efforts. 23s
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