The Latest Breaking News on Wildfires

Major wildfires burn in Southern France as early fire season hits Europe

Firefighters are fighting wildfires across southern France and other parts of Europe, and authorities are warning that this year’s fire season has started a month earlier than usual after early heatwaves in May and June left vegetation particularly dry and vulnerable.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 6

Thousands evacuated in southwestern France as wildfire burns out of control

Ten thousand people in southwestern France were forced to evacuate due to a wildfire that is still burning and has already destroyed 4,600 hectares of forest, authorities said on Monday.

France 24 · Jul 6

Wildfires rage in tourist areas of Portugal, Greece and Spain amid toxic air warning

People in Thessaloniki and Athens in Greece warned to stay inside due to wildfire toxic air

The Independent UK · Jul 6

Hundreds of firefighters battle a wildfire in Portugal, while Greek authorities warn of toxic smoke

Hundreds of firefighters are battling wildfires in Portugal and Greece

The Independent UK · Jul 5

Residents told to evacuate as fast-moving wildfire nears Greece’s second-largest city

Residents of three small suburbs north of Thessaloniki were ordered to leave their homes as the blaze spread rapidly

The Independent UK · Jul 4

Evacuation orders across five states as wildfires rage into Fourth of July weekend

There are about 40 uncontained fires burning in the American West

The Independent UK · Jul 3

Fire shelters are a key defense for firefighters. But they don't guarantee survival

Fire shelters are a key piece of equipment for wildland firefighters, but their use doesn't ensure survival

The Independent UK · Jul 2

Wildfires spread across southern France, as heatwave reignites forest concerns

Wildfires have broken out across southern France, forcing evacuations and stretching firefighting teams as the country prepares for the third heatwave of the summer, with the country's forests under increasing threat from climate change and disputes over logging.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 2

Fire rages at the Grand Canyon after nearly 150,000 acres burned last year

Firefighters are battling the blaze from above because the fire is located in steep, inaccessible terrain, parks officials said

The Independent UK · Jul 1

Experts warn one firework could ignite next major wildfire

With wildfires raging across the Western U.S., cities and states are restricting fireworks as the nation gears up for a big Fourth of July

The Independent UK · Jul 1