Where are fires burning around the world?
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Wildfires are currently burning in California, Arizona, Colorado, Portugal, France, Spain, Greece, Turkey, and Canada. Major fires include the Gifford and Canyon fires in California, large wildfires in southern Europe, and out-of-control fires in Newfoundland, Canada. Portugal has been the hardest-hit EU country in 2024.
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Wildfires rage across southern Europe amid record temperatures
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- Firefighters are battling wildfires across southern Europe due to extreme heat.
- In France's Aude region, 1,400 firefighters are working to prevent a major wildfire from reigniting. 10s
- Active wildfires are ongoing in Spain, Greece, and a recent fire in Turkey has been mostly controlled. 29s
- Southern Europe has experienced multiple large fires this summer. 49s
- Scientists warn that climate change is increasing the risk and severity of wildfires in the region. 53s
References
CBS America
8 hours agoWildfires force more evacuations in California
The Canyon Fire is one of 35 large wildfires burning across the western United States, with over a million acres affected in central California alone. Other significant fires include the Gifford Fire in Arizona and the Dragon Bravo Fire at the Grand Canyon.
