Forest fire on Greek island of Evia is contained

Greek authorities say they have contained a large forest fire on the island of Evia, which prompted the evacuation of a village and a seaside hotel.

More than 230 firefighters, assisted by 54 fire trucks and eight water-dropping aircraft, are trying to extinguish the blaze near the town of Aidipsos in northern Evia, about 80 miles (130 kilometers) northwest of Athens.

The national fire brigade …