ATHENS, Greece (AP) – More than 50 wildfires broke out Sunday in Greece, fanned by high winds.

The largest was a brush fire on the western island of Zakynthos, which ignited early in the evening is raging unchecked.

The fire is a breeding ground for the endangered loggerhead sea turtle. It also trapped some 70 beach-goers, both Greek and foreign, who were evacuated by boats.

Winds are expected to pick up Monday, reaching up to 74 kilometers per hour (46 mph), leading authorities to warn of a high probability of more fires.