pEmergency crews battled a large wildfire along the slopes of Mount Vesuvius on Wednesday, July 12, as authorities blamed arson for the blaze.ppFirefighters in Italy have been strained due to more than 300 wildfires raging across the country, reported The Locala. High temperatures and drought have contributed to the precarious conditions.ppThe mayor of Naples, Luigi de Magistris, called on the Italian government to issue a national state of emergency over the widespread wildfires, including the Vesuvius blaze, reported La Repubblicaa.ppIl Mattino reported homes and restaurants have been evacuated near Vesuvius.ppThis video was shared on July 12.