What is happening with wildfires in Europe?

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Southern Europe is experiencing severe wildfires due to record-breaking heat and drought. Portugal is the hardest hit EU country in 2024, with major fires also in France, Spain, Greece, Turkey, and Italy. Thousands have been evacuated, and firefighting efforts are ongoing amid extreme weather conditions.

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Italy's Mount Vesuvius closed to tourists as wildfire rages

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Initial panic among locals and motorists was caused by fears of a volcanic eruption.
The incident was confirmed to be a wildfire, not volcanic activity. 29s
Smoke, flames, and ash have affected the area, with residents reporting difficulty breathing. 36s
Hiking trails and tourist access to Mount Vesuvius have been closed. 1m 6s
Around 500 hectares have burned and an investigation into the cause is underway. 1m 26s

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Italy's Mount Vesuvius closed to tourists as wildfire rages

France 24

2 days ago

Italy's Mount Vesuvius closed to tourists as wildfire rages

Local authorities say around 500 hectares have been burnt near Mount Vesuvius, leading to closures and investigations.

Wildfires continue to burn across farmlands in northern Spain

Euronews

2 days ago

Wildfires continue to burn across farmlands in northern Spain

The northern regions of Castilla y León and Navarra are among the worst hit in Spain, with thousands evacuated.

Southern Europe battles heat-fueled wildfires

France 24

3 days ago

Southern Europe battles heat-fueled wildfires

Hundreds of residents evacuated in northwestern Turkey as the region faces its hottest July in 55 years.

France 24

3 days ago

Southern Europe battles heat-fueled wildfires

In Greece, violent winds worsen wildfires, disrupt ferry traffic, and destroy homes.

Wildfires rage across southern Europe amid record temperatures

Euronews

4 days ago

Wildfires rage across southern Europe amid record temperatures

About 1,400 firefighters were deployed in France's Aude region to prevent the country's largest wildfire in decades from reigniting.

Euronews

4 days ago

Wildfires rage across southern Europe amid record temperatures

Active wildfires are being fought in Spain's Avila province, as well as near Athens and Caritea in Greece.

Euronews

4 days ago

Wildfires rage across southern Europe amid record temperatures

Southern Europe has seen multiple large fires this summer, with climate change increasing the region's vulnerability.

Huge wildfire breaks out on Mount Vesuvius, flames visible from Naples

Euronews

4 days ago

Huge wildfire breaks out on Mount Vesuvius, flames visible from Naples

Around 100 firefighters and six Canadair aircraft are working to control a wildfire in Vesuvius National Park, Italy.

Which EU country was the worst affected by wildfires in 2024?

Euronews

4 days ago

Which EU country was the worst affected by wildfires in 2024?

Portugal recorded the largest burnt area in the EU, nearly 450 square kilometres, making it the hardest hit country in 2024.

Euronews

4 days ago

Which EU country was the worst affected by wildfires in 2024?

After Portugal, Bulgaria and Spain were the countries where flames consumed more land in 2024.

France wildfire brought under control after devastating blaze

Al Jazeera

5 days ago

France wildfire brought under control after devastating blaze

A large wildfire in southwest France burned through 16,000 hectares and has been brought under control, but risks remain.

What is happening with wildfires in Europe?

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