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Greek wildfires explained as rescue flights begin
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Episode notes
Family describes ash falling in their drinks. Holidayers ‘stranded’ by airlines and travel firms. ‘Hundreds’ sent to sleep in sports centres and schools. Brits praise Rhodes locals for offering help. Our Senior News Correspondent Anthony France describes the story of Laura and Marc Hall who were evacuated from their hotel. Plus, our Chief Political Correspondent Rachael Burford explains who is more likely to get compensation, and how Brits can seek support. In this episode:
- Laura and Marc Hall’s anniversary holiday chaos
- How holiday makers have heaped praise on Rhodes locals
- Will people treat the wildfires as a ‘wake-up call’ on climate change?
- Repatriation flights explained
- Package holidays or individual bookings - which is better for compensation?
- Should Brits travel to Rhodes now?
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