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Climate · European UnionBelgium wildfire burns 27 square kilometres in High Fens nature reserve
A wildfire in Belgium’s High Fens nature reserve burned over 27 square kilometres on 15 August 2026, forcing 600 residents to evacuate. Over 250 emergency personnel, including firefighters from Belgium and Germany, were deployed, with EU assistance from Sweden, the Netherlands, and the Czech Republic.
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Climate · European UnionWildfire in southern France forces evacuations as 200 firefighters battle flames
A wildfire in southern France’s Lozère region burned 90 hectares on Sunday, forcing the evacuation of two hamlets. Over 200 firefighters, supported by aircraft, were deployed after officials said the fire may have been sparked by a vehicle on a local road.
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Climate · United StatesWildfire veterans warn Trump administration tactics risk firefighter safety
Wildland fire veterans say aggressive suppression tactics ordered by the Trump administration are increasing risks to crews as millions of acres burn across the western United States. Extreme, fast-moving wildfires have escalated this month, with a disaster in Eastern Washington linked to extreme weather conditions.
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Climate · European UnionEU wildfires and heatwaves force evacuations and spike deaths
Wildfires near Madrid and Bordeaux have forced over 300,000 evacuations, while drownings and heat-related deaths exceed 10,000 across Western Europe. The Santa New Mexican reports personal accounts of the crisis, including elderly residents enduring extreme heat without air conditioning.
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ClimateOkanagan wildfires expand evacuation orders as First Nation assesses damage
Wildfires near Okanagan Lake in British Columbia forced expanded evacuation orders and alerts on 3 August 2026, affecting dozens of properties. The Bradley Creek and Quilpituk Creek wildfires triggered responses from regional emergency management, while a First Nation community assessed losses.
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Climate · United KingdomEngland records lowest July rainfall since 1836, Met Office says
England and Wales experienced their driest July on record, with southern England recording just 1.9mm of rainfall. The UK saw its second-hottest July, with 2,877 excess deaths linked to heatwaves. Water restrictions and early harvests followed, while renewable energy output peaked at 44%.
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