Wildfires have burned nearly 300,000 acres across parts of France and Spain, with firefighters battling the blazes as temperatures in France are expected to rise to 95F (35C) this week, according to CNBC.
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Key facts
- Wildfires have burned nearly 300,000 acres across France and Spain, according to CNBC.
- Firefighters are continuing to battle the ongoing blazes.
- Temperatures in France are forecast to rise to 95F (35C) this week.
- The fires have affected parts of Spain.
Wildfires have burned close to 300,000 acres across France and Spain, according to CNBC, as crews work to contain the blazes.
Firefighters are continuing to battle the ongoing wildfire, which has affected parts of Spain, CNBC reported.
Temperatures in France are expected to rise to 95F (35C) this week, according to CNBC, as an approaching heat wave adds to conditions facing firefighters.
Further details on casualties, evacuations and the causes of the fires were not provided in the available reporting.
Why it matters
Large wildfires combined with an incoming heat wave place strain on emergency resources across two countries, and higher temperatures can raise fire risk. The full extent of the impact on communities was not yet detailed in the available reporting.
Frequently asked questions
How much land has burned in the France and Spain wildfires?
According to CNBC, the wildfires have burned nearly 300,000 acres across France and Spain.
How hot is it expected to get in France?
CNBC reports that temperatures in France are expected to rise to 95 degrees Fahrenheit this week.
Which countries have been affected by the fires?
The wildfires have affected parts of France and Spain, according to CNBC.
Timeline
- Wildfires burn nearly 300,000 acres in France and Spain as heat wave looms
CNBC Top News: Temperatures in France are expected to rise to 95 degrees Fahrenheit this week, as firefighters battle the ongoing wildfire, which has affected parts of Spain.