Planes Battle Fires Across Italy’s Sicily As Firefighters Race To Contain Hillside Blaze

Aircraft have taken to the skies over Sicily as firefighters battle spreading fires across Italy’s hillsides. Dramatic footage shows planes dropping water over areas affected by the blaze as emergency crews work to contain the flames. The firefighting operation highlights the scale of the challenge facing authorities as dry conditions and difficult terrain complicate efforts on the ground. As aircraft continue making repeated passes over the affected areas, firefighters remain focused on preventing the flames from spreading further. Watch the latest visuals from Sicily as Italy’s emergency teams confront another major wildfire emergency. INTERNATIONAL NEWS