A massive wildfire raged on Zakynthos, a Greek tourist island, on Tuesday, August 12, forcing the evacuation of residents and visitors and damaging several homes and businesses. RESTRICTIONS AND USAGE TERMS: Please credit “@lupkens via Spectee”.

Thousands were evacuated from areas of popular holiday islands in Greece on Wednesday as firefighters battled wildfires across the country.

To avoid starting wildfires – which is a criminal offence in Greece – you should always pick up litter (especially glass), avoid barbecues and make sure that cigarettes are properly extinguished.