The UK government has temporarily banned the sale of disposable barbecues due to an extreme wildfire risk caused by record heat and drought. Military personnel have been deployed to assist fire services as 37 major incidents are currently being tackled nationwide.
Andy Burnham has urged retailers to suspend disposable barbecue sales during extreme heat as droughts increase wildfire risks across England and Wales.
Andy Burnham states the government is considering a ban on disposable barbecues following a string of wildfires driven by summer droughts across England and Wales.
Spain's environment minister warns of heightened wildfire risk due to extremely dry vegetation as hundreds of thousands, including 460,000 overseas tourists, gather for Wednesday's total solar eclipse, with travel and safety precautions in place.
Farmers, landowners, and firefighters are urging a temporary ban on disposable barbecues in England and Wales due to extreme wildfire risks driven by dry weather and heatwaves.
A significant heat wave is affecting the Western U.S., bringing near-record temperatures and increasing wildfire risks. Cities like Las Vegas, Phoenix, and El Centro are experiencing dangerous heat, with overnight lows offering little relief. Washington's governor declared a state of emergency due to exacerbated wildfires.
The Western U.S. is experiencing a dangerous heat wave with record-high temperatures, prompting warnings to stay indoors and increasing wildfire risks across dry regions. Cities like Las Vegas, Phoenix, and El Centro expect extreme heat, while Montana also faces high temperatures and red flag warnings, exacerbated by a strong El Nino.
Spain and France are at high risk of more wildfires, with existing blazes already causing significant damage and deaths. Weather agencies warn of extreme danger due to ongoing heatwaves, dry thunderstorms, and Saharan dust, prompting calls for climate action.
Spain is preparing for its third severe heatwave of the summer, with temperatures forecast to reach 47C, nearing its all-time record. This heatwave, caused by a "heat dome" from Africa, significantly increases wildfire dangers, following devastating blazes that have already killed 13 people and forced over 1,000 evacuations. Health officials warn of rising heat-related emergencies.
Experts warn parts of the UK, particularly southern England and the Midlands, face "exceptional" wildfire risk due to the ongoing heatwave. The Met Office expects dry, hot conditions to persist, increasing the danger across most of England and Wales.
Parts of the UK face an "exceptional" wildfire risk due to a record heatwave. Heat health alerts are in effect, warning of significant impacts on health services and a potential rise in deaths. While temperatures may slightly drop, dry vegetation and strong winds increase the danger.
Eucalyptus plantations, prized for rapid growth and profitability, are expanding globally, including in Spain's Galicia. Scientists warn these highly flammable trees intensify wildfires, a growing concern amid Europe's heatwaves and a record wildfire year.
Amid extreme wildfire risk across the Western U.S., states like Utah and numerous cities are imposing fireworks restrictions for the upcoming Fourth of July. Officials urge attendance at professional displays, as human activity causes nearly 85% of wildfires, and fire incidents spike annually on the holiday.
