Record wildfires in Europe show failure to adapt carries a mounting cost
Record-breaking wildfires in Europe are being linked to climate change and poor land management, with scientists noting that extreme heat makes such events significantly more likely. The combination of heavy spring rains followed by intense drought has created highly flammable vegetation across France and Spain.
Wildfires burning in the Aspres region of southern France over the weekend./Getty Images Wildfires burning in the Aspres region of southern France over the weekend./Getty Images Wildfires Analysis Record wildfires in Europe show failure to adapt carries a mounting cost Ajit Niranjan Europe environment correspondent Scientists call for better land management alongside reduction in greenhouse gases causing the crisis
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