Mega-fires in France: 32,000 hectares already burned in 2026
France has recorded 32,000 hectares burned by mid-July, exceeding the 2025 annual total.
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The fact
These mega-fires, worsened by global warming, are becoming a summer norm.
Experts question forests' ability to regenerate amid repeated blazes.
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Why it matters
Ces incendies illustrent l’urgence climatique et posent des défis majeurs pour la gestion des forêts et la sécurité civile en Europe.