Croatia wildfire near Omiš injures residents and disrupts holiday travel

A major wildfire near Omiš, around 25 kilometres south-east of Split, forced about 1,200 residents and tourists to evacuate overnight on Thursday and into Friday as strong winds drove the flames towards the coastal town.

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Croatia wildfire near Omiš injures residents and disrupts holiday travel

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