Europe’s Wildfire Crisis Escalates | Cork News

Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 2, 2026 · 1m

Europe’s wildfire crisis is exploding, with Greece at the heart of the storm as gale-force winds drive flames into Athens and force new evacuations, while firefighting aircraft struggle to operate. France battles the aftermath of its largest-ever blaze, displacing thousands, and a second fire rages in Provence. Spain, though fires have stabilized, has seen thirteen deaths and declared a national emergency. This summer’s devastation follows Europe’s worst wildfire year on record — fueled by climate change, which scientists say is accelerating at more than twice the global average. Listen in…