Wildfires in eastern Washington, including around Spokane, have forced 5,000 home evacuations and destroyed 600 properties. Adverse weather, steep terrain, and strong winds exacerbate the uncontained blazes, which are straining emergency resources across the western U.S. No fatalities reported.
Greece is battling multiple devastating wildfires, including a major blaze west of Athens, leading to evacuations and the deaths of two firefighters in a helicopter crash. This follows earlier firefighter deaths and widespread destruction, as strong winds fan the flames across Attica and other regions.
Wildfires near Spokane, eastern Washington, have destroyed approximately 600 homes and forced 5,000 evacuations. Burning over 8.2 square miles, the uncontained fires are exacerbated by strong winds and challenging terrain, prompting a state of emergency.
France's worst wildfire season in decades poses a significant threat to Bordeaux's wine industry. Smoke taint from nearby fires could damage grapes, altering taste and value, a problem exacerbated by the grapes' veraison stage and existing market pressures.
Two fire brigade helicopters collided mid-air in Greece while battling fierce wildfires around the Gulf of Corinth. One crew was found safe, the other's fate unclear. The fires, exacerbated by strong winds, led to evacuations and the arrest of a man on arson suspicion, with a meteorologist predicting a 'megafire' classification.
Two firefighting helicopters collided midair near Athens while battling a wind-driven wildfire, killing two crew members. This incident is part of a wider wildfire crisis across Europe, exacerbated by heatwaves and drought, also affecting river levels and power generation.
Two crew members, a Danish pilot and a Greek fire service liaison officer, died after two helicopters collided mid-air while battling wildfires in Greece. A British pilot and another Greek coordinator survived. The accident occurred 65 km west of Athens amidst widespread wildfires across Greece and other European nations.
Two firefighting helicopters collided while battling a major wildfire west of Athens, Greece, resulting in the deaths of one Greek and one Danish crew member. Two other crew members, one Greek and one British national, were recovered alive amidst ongoing evacuations due to strong winds.
Wildfires continue to rage in Greece, forcing evacuations near Athens and on Crete, while blazes in France and Spain show signs of easing. Bordeaux wine producers face an early, difficult harvest due to extreme heat and drought, as Europe experiences record temperatures impacting agriculture and increasing health risks.
Spokane residents face urgent Level 3 evacuations due to rapidly moving wildfires, including the Old Trails Fire, burning over 3,500 acres. Washington state declared an emergency, mobilizing the National Guard, as strong winds and drought fuel multiple blazes, affecting thousands with power outages.
Wildfires rage across Greece, particularly near Athens and on Crete, forcing evacuations and prompting maximum alert. Meanwhile, France and Spain see some improvement in fire control, though Bordeaux wine producers face drought challenges, and some Spanish residents remain displaced.
Two helicopters battling wildfires west of Athens, Greece, collided, resulting in two fatalities and minor injuries to two others. One helicopter crashed and burned, while the other made an emergency landing. The helicopters were leased from Romania's fire service.
A search-and-rescue operation is underway in Greece for four pilots after two firefighting helicopters collided mid-air near Athens while battling wildfires, one exploding on impact. Wildfires continue to rage across Greece and other parts of Europe, exacerbated by drought conditions.
Half of England and all of Wales are officially in drought, marking the third such event in five years, as July becomes the driest month on record. Extreme heat, intensified by the climate crisis, has fueled wildfires, stressed farmers, and revealed archaeological sites, prompting hosepipe bans for 23 million people.
Half of England and all of Wales are officially in drought, with July set to be the driest month on record, as extreme heat and a lack of rainfall intensify. This marks the third drought in five years, leading to hosepipe bans for 23 million people, numerous wildfires, and concerns for farmers and wildlife.
Wildfires burning over 100,000 hectares in Washington state have triggered widespread evacuations and power outages around Spokane. Strong winds are driving flames into residential areas, prompting a Level 3 evacuation order for parts of Spokane County and a statewide state of emergency declaration.
French marine firefighters, aided by local volunteers, battled devastating wildfires in France's Gironde region, which prompted the country's largest evacuations since WWII. The EU is coordinating international support and discussing increased funding for climate-fueled disaster prevention.
Professor Marta Yebra and Adrian Webster highlight Australia's advanced bushfire management, combining Indigenous knowledge and modern tech, as Europe faces severe wildfires. They advocate for proactive strategies like cultural burning and hazard reduction, emphasizing global cooperation and early intervention to combat increasing fire risks.
Over 4,000 firefighters, National Guard, and crews from 12+ states battled multiple wildfires across Washington state, US, on Saturday. Governor Bob Ferguson declared an emergency and burn ban as fires, including the Old Trails Fire in Spokane, burned over 250,000 acres, forcing evacuations and power outages.
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez reiterated his warning that climate change "kills" as wildfires devastate the country, consuming over 180,000 hectares in 2026. He calls for reducing causes and better preparation, but faces rejection from opposition parties like the conservative People's Party (PP) and far-right Vox, who question the human-driven climate crisis and criticize government management.
Gale-force winds have intensified wildfires in Greece, particularly near Porto Germeno, leading to evacuations. Meanwhile, major blazes in France and Spain are showing signs of easing or are under control, with Portugal's main fire also controlled.
French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu announced that wildfires across France, including the challenging Gironde department, are now under control thanks to emergency services and improved weather. This follows record fires in Europe, with the EU mobilizing resources through its civil defense mechanism.
Professor Marta Yebra and Adrian Webster are spearheading a project in Australia combining Indigenous knowledge with satellite data to predict and manage bushfires. As Europe faces severe wildfires, Australia's extensive experience in fire management offers crucial lessons for global adaptation to increasing fire risks.
Wildfires have displaced nearly 250,000 people in France, with Australia deploying aircraft and crew to assist. Europe faces extreme heat, fueling blazes across multiple countries including Greece and the UK, which is set for its driest July in 190 years.
