'Apocalyptic' wildfires have engulfed Southern Europe with several holiday hotspots threatened by the blazes and residents forced to flee their homes.

Fourteen people have been killed by the wild infernos in Turkey sparked by a record 50C heatwave.

Fires have also struck Montenegro and Albania while causing devastation Greece where temperatures have soared above 44C.

Smoke rose from charred tree branches near Montenegro's capital Podgorica today while huge flames could be seen dangerously close to city tower blocks.

Meanwhile, fire tore through landscapes near Bulqiza, Albania, this weekend as emergency services desperately tried to tame the blaze.