Wildfires in France are escalating in severity, particularly in the southern regions, with over 50,000 wildfires recorded from 2006 to 2024. In one recent instance, fires near Marseille led to significant damage to properties and infrastructure. Projections indicate a potential 70 percent increase in wildfires by 2050 due to dry conditions and forecast heatwaves. A total of 50,193 wildfires have been logged in the past 18 years, intensifying risks to human habitats. The consistent monitoring of wildfires has aided in controlling their spread, although occurrences are rising.
Between 2006 and 2024, more than 50,000 wildfires were recorded in France, surpassing 17,000 blazes that destroyed more than half-a-hectare of land.
Wildfires around Marseille have destroyed or severely damaged dozens of houses, forcing closures of the airport, train station and major roads.
The number of wildfires could increase by 70 percent by 2050 due to tinder-dry conditions and forecast heatwaves affecting the region.
In 18 years, a total of 50,193 wildfires have been recorded in France, with 17,148 burning more than 0.5 hectares, approaching human habitation.
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