Can a single cigarette ignite 40 hectares of nature? On the Greek island of Chios, it just did! A Georgian housemaid was arrested after admitting she threw a cigarette butt that sparked a fire destroying 40 hectares of bushes and pastures. Five fires broke out between June 22 and 23, with hundreds of firefighters battling the blaze for days. Is this just carelessness or a preventable disaster? As investigations continue, we ask you – how careful are you with your smoking and cigarette disposal? Comment and share your take on this fiery drama!
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