Europe faces widespread drought and wildfires amid intense heat

A summer of extreme heat across the continent has triggered severe droughts and widespread wildfires, leaving riverbeds dry and raising concerns about water availability and environmental impact.

First covered Aug 7, 2026 · 12:31 AM PT · 1 article

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20h Guardian Environment Europe’s dry riverbeds and scorched earth – in pictures — Much of the continent is battling wildfires and drought during a summer of extreme heat Continue reading...

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