Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Wildfires Rage in Spain and France
Wildfires are burning a lot of land in Spain and France.
Two firefighters died in France.
The fires are very big, and the heat is making it worse.
Scientists say this is because of climate change.
People are being told to be careful with things like barbecues because they can start fires.
The heat is also causing storms in other places, like the Western Balkans.
The fires are expected to keep happening because of the hot weather.
Wildfires in Spain and France have burned tens of thousands of hectares.
Two firefighters died in France while battling a wildfire.
Spain has already experienced 22 major wildfires this year.
Human-driven climate change is increasing the intensity of heatwaves and wildfires.
Temperatures in Western Europe are forecast to remain high, with a brief cooldown expected.
- Who
- Firefighters, residents, authorities in Spain and France
- What
- Wildfires and heatwaves
- When
- July 2023
- Where
- Spain, France, Western Balkans
- Why
- Intense heat and dry conditions due to climate change
Climate Change Deniers
Climate Change Advocates
Cause of Wildfires
Climate Change Deniers
Natural weather patterns and poor forest management are the primary causes of wildfires.
Climate Change Advocates
Human-driven climate change is significantly increasing the intensity and frequency of wildfires.
- Countries Affected
- Spain, France, Western Balkans
- Firefighters Killed
- 2
- Land Burned in Spain
- 32,000 hectares
- Land Burned in France
- 44,000 hectares
- Average High Temperature in Western Europe
- 26.6°C (79.8°F)
- Expected Temperature Rise
- 42 to 44°C in some areas