'Just complete devastation': Irish tourists recall ravages of wildfires in Greece

A forest fire on the island of Rhodes on Saturday. Irish tourists have described the scene as volcano-like and terrifying as the flames edged closer. Photo: Argyris Mantikos/Eurokinissi via AP

Irish tourists, who were among thousands of holidaymakers who witnessed fires tearing through Greek islands, have described the scene as volcano-like and terrifying as the flames edged closer.

Bridget Davidson from Bangor recalled the terror unfolding in Rhodes as parts of the island became engulfed in thick smoke and fire. Ordered to evacuate their hotel with just passports and the clothes they were wearing, Ms Davidson said staff gave guests damp towels to wrap around their heads as they assembled on the beach.