Greek authorities warned Wednesday that strong winds could reignite a wildfire on the popular tourist island of Paros, after the blaze forced residents and visitors to evacuate.Paros, an island between Mykonos and Santorini, was hit by the wildfire Tuesday, prompting precautionary evacuations in multiple communities.Flames spread through dry vegetation near the Kampi area, Italian outlet Ansa reported.THOUSANDS SWARM STUNNING MOUNTAIN ESCAPE AS SELFIE TOURISM BACKLASH ERUPTS ONLINEAlthough the blaze has since been largely contained, authorities are warning that strong winds could reignite lingering hot spots, the Greek City Times reported.The winds could complicate firefighting efforts, the outlet said, and residents are being urged to avoid any activities that could spark fires.Known for its whitewashed villages and beaches, Paros was placed under heightened alert after a wildfire prompted precautionary evacuations.(iStock)As firefighters battled the blaze, local officials asked residents with available space to help house emergency crews working to contain the fire."The Municipality of Paros warmly thanks everyone who is responding in person at this difficult moment, supporting the forces that are fighting the flames." the translated statement read.MAJOR CITY LAUNCHES HARSH TOURIST CRACKDOWN AS LOCALS REVOLT OVER MASSIVE CROWDSFox News Digital reached out to the Municipality of Paros for comment.Known for its whitewashed villages and beaches, as well as its high-quality Parian marble, the island attracts visitors across the world. Residents and tourists were urged to follow safety guidance as officials watched for lingering hot spots on the Greek island of Paros.
(iStock)On a Reddit forum dedicated to travel in Greece, users shared concerns and firsthand accounts of evacuations as the wildfire spread across Paros.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTERThe commenters had been staying in Aliki and Parikia, two villages on the island, as well as the near...