Wildfires rage across southern Europe as temperatures top 40C

Published: 8/13/2025
Wildfires rage across southern Europe as temperatures top 40C
Wildfires ravage southern Europe amid temperatures exceeding 40C, causing three deaths and forcing thousands to evacuate in Spain, Portugal, Italy, France, and the Balkans. Spain's Aemet warns of extreme heat, with temperatures up to 44C in Seville and Cordoba, as blazes threaten homes and landmarks. Greece faces over 150 wildfires, with mass evacuations and extensive property damage, while French and Italian cities brace for heat alerts and health risks from soaring temperatures.