Coastal heathland in Suffolk, part of the Minsmere-Walberswick complex
Firefighters are containing a large wind-driven wildfire at Dunwich Heath, Suffolk. The fire has led to evacuations and a major incident status. Crews are monitoring hotspots, using helicopters and drones, with authorities warning of rekindles as weather conditions shift.
A cluster of wildfires in Spain, France and neighboring regions have intensified under record heat and drought. World Weather Attribution finds human-caused warming has raised the odds of extreme fire-prone conditions, with Spain about 20 times more likely and France about twice as likely. Evacuations and air pollution spikes accompany the blazes, underscoring the climate link and the need for action.
European wildfires have expanded across France, Spain and other parts of southern Europe as heatwaves intensify. Authorities report mass evacuations, tens of thousands of hectares burned, and mounting casualties among firefighters. The crisis is testing climate resilience and driving calls for stronger forest management and funding.