Georgian national arrested over wildfires on the Greek island of Chios

A woman was arrested in connection with wildfires on the Greek island of Chios that burned for three days, covering 10,000 acres. The fires began on Sunday and required extensive firefighting efforts, involving 444 firefighters, 85 vehicles, and aerial support.

The suspect, a Georgian national, faces charges of unintentional arson, reportedly seen dropping a cigarette. Firefighters have largely contained the blaze, but hundreds remain to prevent flare-ups. Officials declared a state of emergency and initiated evacuations as the situation escalated. The Greek government has been investing in wildfire prevention as climate conditions worsen.