Europe’s Wildfires Reach Crisis Point | Lubbock News

Europe is engulfed in catastrophic wildfires as Belgium and Greece face devastating blazes fueled by record-breaking heat and dry conditions. In Belgium, a fire larger than any in the country’s history rages through a nature reserve, with over 250 emergency crews and international aircraft from Germany, the Netherlands, and Sweden battling the flames — even farmers are lending a hand with water tankers. On Greece’s Salamina Island, two people died as fierce winds pushed flames across beaches, forcing 500 evacuations. The EU has stepped in with its civil protection mechanism, deploying resources amid weeks of extreme weather. Meanwhile, France and the UK also grapple with fires — including military support in South Wales — as experts warn the danger isn’t over, even as temperatures dip. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/29210c396890d1c9