Greece has arrested 79 people on arson charges in response to the devastating wildfires plaguing the country. Over 100 wildfires are being fought, with 46 breaking out within 24 hours. The northeastern region of Evros and Alexandroupolis has been particularly affected, with a massive wildfire burning for nine days and causing most of the wildfire-related deaths. Greece has requested assistance from other European countries as their firefighting forces are overwhelmed. Several countries have sent aircraft and firefighters to help. Greece, like other Southern European countries, is more prone to wildfires due to hot and dry summers. The country has implemented wildfire prevention regulations to limit activities that could start fires.