Surge in Wildfires Across Europe and Global Climate Impact
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World Health Organization (WHO), European Governments
Europe (Spain, Portugal, France)
July 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 27/24/2026, 11:40:21 PM
Land burned by wildfires in Europe increased by 57% in four years. 2.2 million hectares destroyed in 2025 compared to 1.4 million in 2022. Madrid declared a national emergency due to wildfires. WHO warns of health risks from wildfire smoke.
- Earlier version 17/24/2026, 7:10:40 PM
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