France and Spain are under wildfire alerts due to a 'very high to extreme risk' of fires amid Europe’s ongoing heatwave that has seen severe temperatures. In Spain, three fatalities have been reported, including two volunteers killed while combating wildfires in Castile and Leon. The European Forest Fire Information System noted that 157,501 hectares have burned this year, highlighting the devastation faced in the current wildfire season, although it remains below last year's record. Local volunteers actively engage in firefighting efforts, showcasing community efforts against the destruction.
Wildfires in France and Spain prompted alerts due to a 'very high to extreme risk' during a severe heatwave affecting Europe. Temperatures are forecasted to exceed 40C.
In Spain, three fatalities occurred, including two young volunteers who perished while attempting to extinguish a fire in Castile and Leon, illustrating the human cost of these blazes.
The European Forest Fire Information System reported that 157,501 hectares have been burned in Spain this year, a number still lower than the 2022 statistic of over 306,000 hectares.
Despite the ongoing wildfires, community members, like Marco Raton from Sesnandez de Tabara, actively participated in firefighting efforts, demonstrating resilience and solidarity in the face of danger.
Collection
[
|
...
]