As Rhodes residents continue to evacuate in the wake of the flames and high heat, other Greek islands are also under risk.
As the fire grows closer, residents of many villages in Corfu’s northeast have been ordered to leave.
British tourists recall being told to “run into the sea” as sirens sounded; Rhodes is currently going through a particularly difficult time.
Jet2, TUI, and other travel agencies cancelled flights to Rhodes as soon as the first repatriation aircraft began landing on the island.
So as the fires blaze, many people are wondering exactly which areas of Rhodes are affected?
Where are the wildfires on Rhodes?
The wildfires on the island of Rhodes in Greece so far are near the towns and villages of Lindos, Pefkoi and Kiotari, which are towards the southern end of the island.
In the past few hours, they have spread to nearby Masari and Malonas, and Kalathos.
Lindos is about 47km south of Rhodes Town and the airport.
Can I cancel my trip to Rhodes?
Some travel companies are already cancelling trips, including Thomas Cook and TUI. Anyone due to travel to Rhodes in the near future should speak to their airline or tour operator to discuss options.
Easyjet, for example, is still operating flights to Rhodes but is allowing passengers to booked to travel to or from Rhodes before July 29 to transfer their flight to another date or request a flight voucher.
Unfortunately, when a government has not issued advice against travelling to a country, getting compensation for a flight or accommodation that has not been cancelled by an airline or holiday company is difficult.
Some will decide to offer a refund or the chance to reschedule, but in most circumstances they don’t have to. Your travel insurance is unlikely to cover your costs if your flights and accommodation have not been cancelled and you decide not to travel.