WORLDDEUTSCHE WELLE
Europe wildfires prompt evacuations in France, Spain, Italy
Wildfires are causing evacuations in France, Spain, and Italy as Europe faces a heat wave. In 2026, wildfires have burned more land in Europe than the average annual area over the past two decades.
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