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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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