Landes and Europe: A historic wildfire season in 2026
Over 3,000 hectares burned in Belgium, active fires in Spain and the Landes region.
Published 6j15 sources✓ ConfirmedMajorupdated 2j
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The fact
Summer 2026 sets a record for wildfires in Europe, with French departments on red alert.
Authorities fear cross-border spread to Germany.
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Why it matters
Les feux menacent des zones habitées et des parcs naturels, entraînant des évacuations et mobilisant des centaines de pompiers. La propagation vers l’Allemagne pourrait aggraver la crise.