In the heat of summer, wildfires are sweeping across southern Europe, wreaking havoc in Greece, particularly around the city of Patras. This city, home to around 200,000 residents, is currently threatened by fast-moving flames exacerbated by scorching winds, with temperatures soaring to 38°C. Over the course of just two days, nearly 10,000 hectares have succumbed to flames in the Achaia region, leading to the evacuation of towns and critical facilities such as children's hospitals.
Smoke has devastated the skyline, sending numerous individuals to the hospital due to breathing issues. Approximately 4,800 firefighters are battling over 20 active wildfires. Alarmingly, Greece has asked for assistance from EU water bombers to help suppress the flames.
The ongoing heatwave isn’t limited to Greece; it stretches from Portugal to Spain, where temperatures reached a staggering 45°C, resulting in tragic losses, including the lives of fire service members. Politically charged comments regarding leadership during the crisis have only intensified tensions in Spain.
Across Europe, the wildfires have caused extensive damage; in Portugal, 1,800 firefighters are combating major blazes, while Albania faces its own critical week with ongoing fires. In Italy and Britain, similar heat warnings have been issued, marking this summer as one of extreme temperatures and devastating fires.
Experts warn that such extreme weather events are becoming common due to climate change, leaving many to wonder: how can we collectively address the rising threat of wildfires?
Smoke has devastated the skyline, sending numerous individuals to the hospital due to breathing issues. Approximately 4,800 firefighters are battling over 20 active wildfires. Alarmingly, Greece has asked for assistance from EU water bombers to help suppress the flames.
The ongoing heatwave isn’t limited to Greece; it stretches from Portugal to Spain, where temperatures reached a staggering 45°C, resulting in tragic losses, including the lives of fire service members. Politically charged comments regarding leadership during the crisis have only intensified tensions in Spain.
Across Europe, the wildfires have caused extensive damage; in Portugal, 1,800 firefighters are combating major blazes, while Albania faces its own critical week with ongoing fires. In Italy and Britain, similar heat warnings have been issued, marking this summer as one of extreme temperatures and devastating fires.
Experts warn that such extreme weather events are becoming common due to climate change, leaving many to wonder: how can we collectively address the rising threat of wildfires?
