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Two firefighting helicopters collided over wildfires in Greece, resulting in two fatalities.

During ongoing wildfires in Greece, two firefighting helicopters tragically collided while attempting to tackle the blazes. The crash resulted in the deaths of both helicopter pilots or crew members. This incident has drawn significant media attention in Germany, emphasizing the risks faced by aerial firefighting teams in severe wildfire conditions. Emergency responses continue as Greece battles widespread forest fires during this period.