Extreme heat and dry, gusty conditions fuel wildfires in countries across Europe and North America Wildfires are raging across Europe and North America as scorching temperatures and dry conditions fuel the blazes that have cost lives and destroyed livelihoods. The combination of extreme heat and prolonged drought have in many regions led to the worst fires in almost a decade, and come as the IPCC is poised to hand down a landmark report on the climate crisis. Related: Thousands flee Greek island as wildfires raze forest and homes Related: The photo that has come to define Turkey’s wildfires Continue reading...
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